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Rain! Rain! Rain! Hot! Hot! Hot! Geez, it feels like I live in a rain forest! While my heavy tree cover helps with the high temps it also tends to hold the moisture in as well. For days my deck was a slippery sea of green slime, now we’re baking in heat bordering on a drought. Climate change much?

Luckily the nights have been cool so that I can leave my windows open and hear the summer night songs of tree frogs and every single insect from here to Florida. Peace.

Due to this heat, hiking with the dogs happens EARLY. I have to admit that there have been a few hot & lazy Dogs like waterfalls, too. The three afternoons when Maxine, Billy and amigos at Benton Falls. Left to right: myself took to napping in front of the Rosie & Cricket Baumgartner– and fan with a good book. I think this just you know the one with the big goofy smile– Maxine!! might be the definition of “summer” in Billy was home napping :) the mountains.

You can also cool off out of doors enjoying our many rivers, creeks, streams and lakes– tubing, rafting, boating, and swimming– all within easy reach to locals and visitors alike. Get out early, hike to the perfect waterfall and spend the day!

For those looking to relocate to the area, Old Toccoa Farm offers great “Stay & Play” packages for you to take your time and explore our little corner of the universe. Rent Ambleside Cottage on the OTF property or one of many well appointed cabins nearby. Once you experience their hospitality, you’ll never want to leave.

Rainy day or any day- a visit to Green Acres 515 in Jasper, GA is a must do shopping stop. You’ll find Farm and Lodge home décor, accessories, folk art, and unique gifts. Bring your BFFs- take an art or decorating class, what fun!

As summer eventually winds down, we get ready for fall, yessiree. You’ll find the most complete listing of Fall Festivals and Fairs in and around north Georgia in this issue. We then look forward to the changing of the leaves and our October/November issue featuring all things fall, apple and pumpkin.

There’s plenty to do for just about everyone. It’s your time to explore!

So maybe we’ll see you out there. Hint: The Blues & BBQ Festival is my

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Spotlight, Colonel Poole’s BBQ 7 Restaurant

A Home Town Favorite. World Famous for Great Food and Friendly Service

14 Green Acres 515 is The Place to Be A Truly Fun and Eclectic Shopping Experience, Home Decor and More!

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Once You Discover the Difference You Just Might Like it Enough to Play, Stay, and Never Leave

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Summertime and the Grillin’ is Easy

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Festivals! It’s That Time of Year Again

Put a New Twist on Grilling Some of Your Favorite All-Time Garden Veggies

Our Complete Fall Festivals Preview Listing has Something for Everyone

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45 August & September Happenings

Festivals Not Your Thing? Check Out More Local Activities, You Won’t Be Disappointed

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Old Toccoa Farm – a distinctive golf and river community rooted in simplicity, quality and natural beauty. Trout rise through tumbling mountain waters and ancient peaks cast their shadows over winding fairways. Here, a relaxed and casual atmosphere prevails, and life revolves around the outdoor experience with family and friends.

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Colonel Poole knows about Barbecue and Quite a few Other Things to Boot!

What started as an eight by twelve shack with no indoor seating in 1989, Poole’s Bar-B-Q, is now world famous for its great food, friendly service, the Taj-Mah-Hog, the Hog-Rock-Cafe, The PigMoby-il and the Pig Hill of Fame.

Yes the Pig Hill of Fame. Rumor has it that state authorities would not allow Colonel Poole to put a sign by the highway, so instead he just up and planted pigs on the steep hill behind his restaurant. First it was just names of friends and family, but now the Pig Hill of Fame has over 4,000 little piggies. Want your name on a pig? For just five bucks, they paint your name on a pig and plant it somewhere on the hill. Then you have to come back and try to find it!

With the tourist attraction aside, Poole’s Bar-B-Q is a serious All-American BBQ establishment serving delicious options for locals and visitors alike. At lunchtime you’ll find fire fighters, policemen and women, and many other local workers partaking in the great home style foods. By evening, be prepared to stand in line because it’s just THAT good. Poole’s offers up beef, pork and chicken barbecue plates with Colonel Poole’s in-house barbecue sauce. There are a plenty of side dishes to choose from: barbecue beans, creamy macn-cheese, crisp coleslaw, potato salad, Brunswick stew, freedom fries, and onion rings. Many say the Brunswick stew is some of the best they’ve ever had. If you’re hankering for Brisket- get there early before they run out! For the younger (or maybe just less hungry) crowd, Poole’s offers Junior plates. If you’re not in the mood for barbecue, Poole’s offers pork ribs, chicken strips, corn dogs and hot dogs.

Take some of Colonel Poole’s famous BBQ sauce home with you- Original or Sweet- or get both. And don’t forget to impress your friends with a Poole’s BBQ Pig Hill of Fame T-shirt.

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Make a Hot Day Cool Outdoor Adventure Editor Greg Dunn Gives us the Scoop On a Few of the Area’s Wonderful Waterfalls

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What a better way to spend a hot summer day than hiking under the canopy of lush green trees to a have a picnic at the foot of a waterfall?

Beautiful summer foliage and mountainous terrain provide the backdrop to explore the gorgeous north Georgia waterfalls for the casual day-tripper or for the avid hiker. The most accessible waterfall in the area is also the most superlative. Amicalola Falls State Park boasts the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River.

At 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is a must see for all waterfall explorers. These falls are stroller/ wheelchair accessible, yet adventure stems from this park to satisfy even the most wild at heart, as the Appalachian Trail approach begins here and can be followed from the north Georgia mountains all the way to the heart of Maine.

Be sure and stop by the visitor’s center to see the equipment used by Gene Espy, the second person to thru hike the entire Appalachian Trail.

Some may want to take the five-mile hike to the back-country Len Foote Hike Inn (open all year, reservations required) to get away from it all. Yet everyone will want to visit the beautiful Amicalola Falls Lodge with its panoramic view of the mountains, lovely accommodations and tasty buffet restaurant. However it’s the Amicalola waterfall that is the crowning jewel.

Long Creek Falls Accessing the Three Forks area via Forest Service 58, the vistas of Noontootla Creek beacon you to roll the windows down, slow your pace and take in the splendor. It’s the kind of drive where you’ll be tempted to stick your head out the window and grin ‘till you get bugs in your teeth.

It’s that beautiful.

Park where the Appalachian Trail and the Benton Makaye Trail cross the road and head north. Just 9/10 of a mile through some of the prettiest hemlock forest that still survives in the Appalachians; take the spur trail to Long Creek Falls at the divergence of the AT and BMT trails.

The cool mist and feeling of sanctuary envelops you as you stand at the foot of this broad majestic fall in the company of the towering hemlocks.

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Fall Branch Falls Near Cherry Log, GA take Rock Creek Road 9/10 of a mile past the abrupt Stanley Gap. Park and walk north up the Benton Makaye Trail 400 yards to Fall Branch Falls. This is a 60-foot fall in multiple drops. Just the drive out Rock Creek Road is delightful—that gorgeous mountain dominating the landscape to your right over the pastures is Cold Mountain in the Rich Mountain Wildlife Management Area.

Visitors and locals alike enjoy spending a hot summer day with their toes in the cool mountain waters.

Jack’s River Falls Feeling a bit more adventurous? Explore the Cohutta Wilderness Area by hiking the Jacks River Trail via Old Hwy 2 to Forest Service 22 at Dally Gap. This is surely one of the most beautiful mountain stream environments in all of Appalachia. This challenging 15.7-mile trail crosses the river 37 times– the first four crossings from Dally Gap are spectacular.

Keep your eyes open for crawdads, salamanders, red tailed hawks, wild boars and black bears; all of these and many more creatures call this remote region home.

If you want to set your sights on Jacks River Falls, enter from the north off of Big Frog Road/ Forest Service 62 just over the Tennessee state line. Drop down the Beech Bottom Trail 3.9 miles and hang a right on the Jacks River Trail to the falls. This is a challenging trail into a remote wilderness area. Take all necessary precautions and provisions. Jacks River features multiple falls and a powerful volume of water.

Emory Creek Falls Another great water trail is the Emory Creek Trail. Travel Hwy 52 West out of Ellijay, then turn right and follow Conasauga Lake Road to Forest Service 18 to the Holly Creek parking area. It takes about an hour to walk up to the

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falls, crossing the creek 12 times.

You must cross over Bear and Emory Creeks at their convergence into Holly Creek and follow the trail ever upstream. The reward is great for those who persevere, as there are several falls of note here. The first is 60 feet tall! Get some tips from the local outfitter’s store before heading out on this one, and don’t forget to pack your hammock. There’s a great place to string it up at the base of the second fall.

Bring the Essentials We hope these suggestions may be just enough to whet your appetite for exploring north Georgia’s waterfalls. You’ll want to allow plenty of time for driving to any of these destinations, as the journey is so much a part of the fun.

If you’re hiking Jacks River or Emory Creek, you’ll need some shoes you can tread through the streams and keep on hiking. Be sure they have sticky tread and toe protection. Trekking poles or at least a sturdy hiking stick are a must for stream crossings.

Rain protection, insect/tic repellant, plenty of water and snacks are also in order. A trash bag should be on your list to help keep these areas pristine for us all. And don’t forget to bring your camera to capture a lasting summer memory.

Just pondering these waterfall hikes brings up images of Lewis and Clark charting the glorious unknown, sublime. ACLM

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Be Aware What Lurks Out There Landscape & Garden Editor Kevin Johnson Gives Us an Overview of What Critters to Avoid this Summer

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I once had a bad streak that lasted over a decade.

Several years in a row I was stung multiple times

by Yellow Jackets, especially while I served as Grounds Supervisor at Young Harris College.

I remember the fluke year when my bad luck ended– it didn’t last long however– a wasp got me the next year.

The goal of this article is to review and consider insects, reptiles and other mammals that pose a threat to humans. Whether we’re working in our gardens or just spending time outside, we need to be aware of dangers that lurk outdoors, and sometimes indoors.

I have spent a great deal of time working in the forest treating Hemlock Trees for Woolly Adelgid over the last several years. In that time I’ve encountered poisonous snakes, black bears, feral pigs, coyotes, and a lone Sasquatch. I’m not certain about the Sasquatch– that just may have been a guy who needed to shave and take a shower. I’ve also been bitten multiple times by chiggers, spiders, fire ants and ticks. Thankfully at this point I’ve avoided snake bites. Below is a list of things we all need to be conscious of. *Poisonous Snakes: There are six poisonous snakes in Georgia. The ones we mainly need to be concerned with are rattlesnakes and copper heads. I’ve only seen one rattlesnake in 25 years of living in North Georgia. However I have encountered several Copperheads. Copper Heads tend to be more nocturnal during the summer when it’s cool enough for them to hunt, so it’s important to be careful at all times. *Ticks: Many of us worry about our pets and treat them for fleas and ticks. If we spend time outdoors we need to check ourselves as well.

While ticks carry a variety of diseases, if you find a tick on yourself, most likely you will be ok, but it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the bite site and do some research. *Spiders: There are two varieties of poisonous spiders in Georgia. They are Black Widows and Brown Recluse. The bites of these spiders can cause serious problems. I’ve discovered many a Black Widow lurking in the valve boxes of irrigation systems.

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Fire Ants: Fire Ants are now in every county in Georgia. We can generally identify Fire Ants by the large mounds they build. I once ended up in the emergency room after getting bit multiple times. There are some baits and products that work relatively well.

Yellow Jackets, Wasps and Hornets: We’re all familiar with these pesky insects. I encourage folks to keep an eye on their property. You can usually pick up on a steady stream of Yellow Jackets flying in and out of the ground where they typically nest.

Chiggers: The bites of these tiny arachnids can cause severe rashes among other problems. Over the counter repellents will help keep them at bay.

Mosquitoes: We can’t leave out the mosquito.

We were in Jamaica a few years ago and met many people suffering from the Chikungunya virus, which is severe and debilitating.

Mosquitoes carry a variety of diseases many of which are becoming more prevalent in the U.S. It’s always wise to take precautions against many of these critters when being outside.

Always wear gloves when working in your gardens and flower beds. Try your luck with insect repellents; they are at least a deterrent. For heavy work in the woods we wear snake chaps if we think we might be at risk. Strike boots are another alternative if you have to do work in areas that could harbor Copperheads.

In general, most of these critters want to see you even less than you want to see themwell except the Yellow Jackets. Make a lot of

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Top Left: Southern Copperhead. These guys are short and stout with a diamond shaped head and vertical slitted eyes. Don’t mistake them with our local good guy- the Corn Snake, he has round eyes.

Top Right: Brown Recluse. Not to worrymaybe only 4 actual reports per year of seeing a Brown Recluse.

Above Left: Black Widow Spiders are very shy.

You will probably never see one.

Above Right: The biggest nuisance of all four– the Yellow Jacke– is the most aggressive of the wasp family. noise so they know you’re coming and they can skedaddle. Doesn’t hurt to do some further research so that you can tell the good guys from the bad. Stay safe out there! ACLM Kevin Johnson is the owner of Green Leaf Lawn and Ornamental, LLC, based in Blue Ridge.

Contact Kevin for all of your lawn, landscaping and Hemlock treatment needs.

Phone: 866. 883. 2420 Email: growitgreen@etcmail.com.

Web: www.wetreatlawns.com Summer is a great time to get your hemlocks evaluated to prevent or cure a Woolly Adelgid infestation.

Call Kevin at 866. 883. 2420 today!

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Rooms With A Mountain View Style & Design Editor Cindy Trimble Explores New Window Shades for the Mountain Modern Home

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One of the final details added to our projects are window treatments. Whether to add window treatments or not to home with beautiful architecture and spectacular views always creates a debate with our clients. During the daytime, everyone wants to maximize the views that our area is abundant with. But when the night falls, with our wonderful mountain “dark skies”, the vast and expansive windows become “black holes” giving the open modern spaces a cold feeling. Even though everyone knows that on top of a mountain, there is complete privacy outside your windows (unless an unsuspecting drone flies by), there is still an uncomfortable feeling that maybe there is someone out there????

We hear this all the time. And it is always a good idea to have window treatments of some sort on all windows facing streets, or where someone can see in the house when you are not home, simply for security. With large windows that face east or west, without an exterior roof structure that provides sun screening or shading, there is a problem with too much sun during certain times of day. Homeowners need sun screening but again they do not want to block the beautiful views. Harsh sunlight will fade building materials and furnishings and can make it impossible to see TV’s. This is also a concern for the solar gain and heat build-up that comes with harsh sunlight.

Even though window treatments are the last element to be installed in our projects, we are thinking window treatments throughout the design and construction process so that we have proper trim to support blinds, electrical where needed to power blinds, depth of window sills to house blinds and enough area on either side of large windows for stacking of drapery. We also try to locate HVAC ducts where they will not interfere with window treatments. Luckily there are a lot of new window treatments that provide window covering that help solve these dilemmas. There are window treatments that AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018

Cindy Trimble and Will Reed, owners of Blind and Shutter Worx of Blue Ridge, GA– a local Window Covering Design Studio– recommend considering your window treatment options early on in the design process.

New generations of pleated shades provide different levels of opacity for every budget, and fold up to nearly nothing on the top of the window frame. can be activated when needed and closed and minimized when not needed that do not distract from the beautiful architecture or outside view.

There are new generations of pleated shades that are made from stiffened fabric that unfold easily to cover windows (and can range from light filtering to blackout) but when raised and put away, they fold up to nearly nothing on the top of the window. They usually are within the frame of the window so there is zero glass covered by them blocking any of the view. There are all sorts of solar shades that are made from a woven fabric that has different levels of opacity, that block the light and UV rays, but still allow you to see through and admire the views.

The new materials the manufacturers are using to create the vast array of window treatments are as diverse as the mountain architectural styles are that we are working on. The new mountain home ranges from ultra-rustic with heavy logs or timbers, to traditional with heavy moldings and details to ultra-modern with flat sheetrock walls with wide spans of glass. Our new company

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“Blinds and Shutter Worx” based in Blue Ridge, GA represents many of the most advanced window treatment manufacturers that help us design creative window coverings to suit each client’s design and budget needs. We have helped both commercial and residential clients solve their window treatment challenges and needs for over 25 years. Our products range from simple, pre-made and quick delivery and reasonably priced to highly detailed, custom made and installed state of the art window coverings. ACLM Cindy Trimble, ASID is owner of StudioTrimble, Inc. based in Blue Ridge. She is NCIDQ certified and a Georgia Registered Interior Designer.

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Remember back to a time when friends gathered around the television to watch a misfit couple enjoy farm living with their pet pig and goofy farm hand. Kathe Hall has recreated this feeling with a retail store, Green Acres 515, located in Jasper, GA. Named after the beloved sitcom and the highway it’s located on, the store offers everything from trendy fashion to furniture and home decor. Classes in painting and other crafts are also available.

One of the most surprisingly amazing things about this store is how close it is to, well, almost everywhere! Green Acres is 1 hour from Atlanta, 1.5 hours from Chattanooga, TN and 30 minutes from Blue Ridge, GA. “I was prepared to be in my car all day, but before I knew it I was there!” says one guest who lives in midtown Atlanta.

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will when you leave”, says Kathe Hall, “Sales associates and customers are like one big family!”

Green Acres 515 offers the finest Farmhouse Fresh Home Décor, a style that is sweeping the nation. Their Farmhouse inspired items include everything you need to recreate this style.

Imagine a long dinner table with your ancestors gathered around to enjoy a meal, and all of the period tableware, linens and accessories to go with it.

If you’re into mountain life and the popular Lodge Look, you’ll find furniture and home decor that will help you create the feeling of being at a cabin in the woods for a weekend of fishing and hiking. Already have the Lodge Look at your cabin? There are plenty of unique accessories to complete your design.

Looking for trendy or vintage inspired clothing in sizes that actuality fit real women?

Look no further, as Green Acres 515 also has apparel and accessories for everyday and special

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You’ll find an eclectic and diverse selection at Green Acres 515 such as Under Clothing Petite to 3xl, Michel Designs Fragances & Bath Products, and Candles by Ian Nichols.

Looking for Farm House or Lodge & Cabin Decor? Look no more- Green Acres 515 has new merchandise arriving daily! occasions. Stop in and have look!

“We have new merchandise arriving daily”, says Kathe Hall, “and every arrival is oneof-a-kind. We go out of our way to offer heartwarming items you won’t find anywhere else in the area.”

Green Acres 515 firmly believes that the soul of a community is its artists. They proudly represent such renowned artists as Lynn Marie Dwyer, Blue Ridge, GA, Darrell Reddy, Jasper, GA and Ian Nicholas, Atlanta, GA. On any given day you might find one of our artists here who are more than happy to sit down and have a WWW.ACLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM

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This unique retail experience makes a true destination for travelers as well as locals. Green Acres 515, is the north Georgia Mountains place to be! ACLM

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You can discover Old Toccoa Farm by renting Ambleside Cottage featured here or one of many cabins and cottages offered by Old Toccoa Farm’s Hospitality Partners, Escape to Blue Ridge (escapetoblueridge.com) and Georgia Mountain Cabin Rentals (georgiamtncabins.com).

Ambleside is on property at Old Toccoa Farm– If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a picturesque golf and river community, here’s your chance to find out what it would be like. Reserve this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath cottage offering long range mountain views, exceptional outdoor and indoor living spaces– decks, fire places, fire pit, stateof-the-art kitchen, and top of the line bedding.

Or rent any of our other available cottages. Enjoy exceptional golf, hiking, biking, fly fishing and other family activities, only 10 minutes from the fantastic shops and restaurants of Downtown Historic Blue Ridge. You may come to stay and play and then just never leave!

For Ambleside Reservations contact: www.escapetoblueridge.com/cabins/ambleside or call 1-866-618-2521.

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Only a 90 minute drive from Atlanta and an easy day’s drive from Florida sits the charming downtown of Blue Ridge, Georgia. The downtown streets are filled with art-centric shops, unique and eclectic product offerings, sweet treats, and a host of new restaurants to satisfy the more discriminating palate. . It’s a town that is coming of age and the improvements over the past 5 years have further defined Blue Ridge as Georgia’s favorite mountain town.

A short 5 mile drive from historic downtown Blue Ridge, sits the most recent compliment to the Blue Ridge area, a community known as Old Toccoa Farm. Old Toccoa Farm provides the perfect balance understated mountain living, with exceptional mountain views and over 4,300 feet of Toccoa River frontage. The community provides reliable infrastructure including a manned and gated entrance, Blue Ridge city water, high speed internet and sewer rather than septic. The combination of convenience to downtown Blue Ridge coupled with community security, and well planned infrastructure, provides a strong foundation for this growing community.

And if that wasn’t enough, Old Toccoa Farm also offers Blue Ridge’s only golf course, a stunning minimalistic Bunker Hill Golf design, with immaculate zoysia turf conditions from tee to the bent grass greens.

Having received rave reviews on the current nine holes currently open for play, it’s only a matter of time before Old Toccoa Farm is recognized as one of the premier golf courses in the southeastern United States. And that day could be only nine months away as the developer of Old Toccoa Farm announced on July 4th that construction is now underway to complete the remaining nine holes. Now that several homes are completed, several more under construction, and with road paving under way, there is much to look forward to over the next year.

When you arrive at Old Toccoa Farm you quickly realize this is not your typical north Georgia mountain community. First you recognize the thoughtful approach to architecture as you drive up to the rustic rock and cedar shake gate house. Then you notice the attentive customer service as the gate attendant welcomes you with true southern hospitality. A nice slow drive on a paved road takes you to the real estate office and golf shop, and along the way you catch a sneak peek at the beautiful golf holes along the river valley. And then the real fun begins with a guided tour of the AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018

property, a must if you really want to get a feel for all that is offered here.

As you begin your tour, it doesn’t take long before the cool mountain breeze and fresh air has you relaxed and in an Old Toccoa Farm state of mind.

Walking trails along the river, through the valley of ferns, and stops at overlook areas complete with fire pits; it’s one beautiful setting after another. And as you meander through the twists and turns of the trails on the tour, you get an intimate look at the golf course, the incredible turf conditions and the homes that overlook the course. This is a special place where nature stands center stage and charm abounds. It’s an absolutely amazing piece of property!

Golf: All you have to do is visit or play the course to recognize this is not just another golf course. This is a course that challenges all golfers, but is also enjoyable to play if you are just getting into the game. The principals of Bunker Hill Golf, who are designing and building the course, understand the game as it was intended to be played. You will not see contrived golf holes or visualize elements that stand out from the natural surroundings.

At Old Toccoa Farm, all things are “of the land” and it’s that approach that is so unique. And the reviews on the golf course have been very positive and its growing appeal has earned it a spot on the Georgia Golf Trail. The flow of the golf course is influenced by mountain laurel, massive bunkers, rocky outcroppings, towering hardwoods, and wildflower meadows. As you approach your golf shot on many of the upland holes, you can’t help but pause and look around and notice you are overlooking the breathtaking Chattahoochee and Cherokee National Forests, all a part of the Appalachian Mountains, the oldest mountain range on planet earth.

Let that sink in a bit. The history of the area, the inherent beauty of the mountains and the design approach, all working in perfect harmony.

Old Toccoa Farm’s biggest selling point is that it’s very family friendly. In addition to the current nine-hole golf course, with construction underway to complete all 18-holes, there’s a large, spacious chipping area and an expanded practice putting green. A walking, member-only nine-hole par three course is also in the works.. “In today’s time-crunched society, Old Toccoa Farm gives many golfers exactly what they want from a golf outing –

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Clockwise from top left: A 90 minute drive from Atlanta sits the charming town of Blue Ridge, GA. The downtown streets are filled with art-centric shops, unique and eclectic home decor, antiques, sweet treats, and a host of new restaurants to satisfy the more discriminating palate.

Take a class at the world-renowned Oyster Bamboo Fly Rod shop in downtown Blue Ridge or hire a local fishing guide to hone skills. The Toccoa River has fantastic kayaking, tubing or white water rafting and provides the perfect backdrop.

Opposite: Enjoy Historic Downtown Blue Ridge or take advantage of the many family friendly activities that Old Toccoa Farm has to offer.

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a wonderfully designed golf course with well-maintained greens,” said Doug Hollandsworth, Founder, Georgia Golf Trail. “At Old Toccoa Farm, the magnificent views of the north Georgia countryside, as well as the holes that hug the banks of adjacent Toccoa River are the main draw when playing this golf course. Because of its natural beauty, this part of Georgia is also a great place to come on vacation or to possibly buy a second home as a spring, summer, or fall escape.”

More Than Just Golf: Think base-camp for the family. There are plenty of onsite activities, events and programs, and with a seasonal calendar in place for members, it’s up to you to decide what you want to do.

Enjoy activities with like-minded people and develop new friendships along the way. Programs such as: Fly Fishing 101 for those just starting out. Group kayaking from Lake Blue Ridge Dam down river to the takeout at Old Toccoa Farm. Photography classes, pottery classes, Nine & Dine couples golf, and traditional member and guest golf events.

Off-Property opportunities are numerous as Old Toccoa Farm provides members with managed access to some of the best experiences in the area.

Kayaking, canoeing, world-class whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River, curated guided hikes on the Appalachian Trail, Trout Adventure Trail, or the Benton Mackaye Trail; mountain biking at the Aska Adventure Area; guided trips to improve your shooting skills (sporting clays) at Noontootla Creek Farms; horseback riding on the ridge-top trail or rent a pontoon boat from the Lake Blue Ridge Marina and experience Georgia’s cleanest lake with over 80% undeveloped shoreline.

And if that is not enough, you can work on your craft-making skills by scheduling a class at the world-renowned Oyster Bamboo Fly Rod shop in downtown Blue Ridge or learn how to blacksmith or basket weave at the John C. Campbell Folk School. The opportunities are virtually endless. Get active or slow it down…the choice is always yours.

A “Discover Old Toccoa Farm” package is a great way to spend a little more time on the property and offers the best opportunity to discuss real estate options and or membership availability. Get with Managing Partners Peter Knutzen and Kevin Hermetz, or Dallas Storms, Old Toccoa Farm’s Director of Sales, and they will walk you through the product offerings.

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“Life at Old Toccoa Farm Discovery Packages” are available, providing ample opportunities to experience Old Toccoa Farm in a manner that best suits your needs. Preview some of the completed homes, homes under construction or available home sites and get a better understanding of what living at Old Toccoa Farm is all about. Don’t just arrive and ask for information, take the tour and see this beautiful community-in-the making, you will not be disappointed.

Old Toccoa Farm is a special place, and located only a stone’s throw from the charm of Georgia’s favorite mountain town Blue Ridge, makes it a place you have to visit if you are in the area. ACLM

For more information on Old Toccoa Farm please contact us: Sales: 706.946.4663 >Golf: 706.946.4653 >Email: info@oldtf.com Old Toccoa Farm 596 Curtis Switch Road Mineral Bluff, GA 30559 706.946.4653 (Tee-Time/Pro Shop) Web: oldtoccoafarm.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

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AC LIVING RECIPES and vinegar in a mixing bowl. Whisk in oil.

Place zucchini and squash into a lage resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over and seal. Allow to marinate at least 30 min, prefferably for a few hours.

Preheat grill to high.

Remove zucchini and squash from marinade and skewer.

Cut unpeeled onions in half and place on grill, turning occasionally.

Allow to char on outside. Remove and place into a bowl, covered with plastic wrap to steam.

Grill skewers until tender, 5-6 minutes total, turning occasionally.

Peel and slice onions. Pull zucchini and squash off skewers, toss with onion, season with salt and pepper.

Serve.

Grilled Zucchini with Lemon Zest Ingredients 6 whole Zucchini (medium Sized) 1/4 cup Olive Oil 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt 1 teaspoon Black Pepper 3 whole Lemons, Zested 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (additional) Extra Olive Oil For Brushing

Grilled Zucchini & Summer Squash

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There’s nothing better than fresh vegetables right off the grill. Try some of thess variations on a theme with your zucchini and yellow squash or just about any vegetable straight from your garden.

BASIC SQUASH PREP Not much to this! Wash & dry squash.

Lop off ends and cut ionto spears.

Spears work well on the grill, are easier to pick up and look great on any plate.

Brush or spray grill with olive oil– or your choice. Heat the grill to medium to medium-low heat. Grill the squash on all three sides until nice and tender, being careful not to burn them.

Remove to a plate as it gets done.

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Tuscan Grilled Zuccini & Summer Squash Ingredients 2 zucchini, cut into 1 inch cubes 3 summer squash, cut into 1” cubes 2 red onions 5 garlic cloves, minced 4 sprigs rosemary, chopped 1/2 tablespoon crushed red chile flakes 1 sprig oregano, chopped 3 lemons 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 cups extra-virgin olive oil To Taste salt & pepper Sturdy skewers, soaked in hot water for an hour if wooden Prepartion Make Marinade: combine garlic, herbs, chile flake, lemon juce and zest,

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Preparation Cut zucchini into spears and place them in a very large (or two regular sized) plastic zipper bag. Drizzle in olive oil, salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon zest and the juice of two lemons.

Seal the bag(s) and smush them around a bit so that the zucchini is coated. Set aside for 15 to 20 minutes to marinate.

Grill the zucchini on all three sides until nice and tender, being careful not to burn them. Remove the zucchini to a plate as it gets done.

Pile up the rest of the lemon zest and sprinkle 1 tablespoon kosher salt on top. Use a knife to chop the salt and zest together until it becomes...well, lemon salt! Add more salt if it needs it.

Sprinkle the lemon salt over the plate of grilled zucchini and serve.

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Grilled Tomatoes

There’s nothing better than vine ripened tomatoes on the grill. Here are a few stuffed grilled tomato recipes to add that twist to an all-time favorite.

Best of all, these can be prepared and refrigerated before grilling!

BASIC TOMATO PREP Wash tomatoes and cut tops off, or cut in half. Spoon out inside being careful not to go through the outside.

Wash out the shells and take the inner core, wash off any seeds.

Chop the cores into ¼ inch cubes removing any tough parts.

Preheat grill on high, then turn down to medium. Tomatoes cook for about 10 minutes. Note: Carefully remove from grill with spatula ADDING THE TWIST Italian Style Grilled Stuffed Tomatoes Ingredients 2 Large tomatoes ¼ cup Feta cheese ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 tbsp parsley Salt, oregano, basil & pepper to taste 1 clove garlic crushed 1tbsp olive oil plus some for brushing Parmesean, bread crumbs abd pareley for topping.

Preparation Combine chopped tomato, ¼ cup each of feta, Parmesan and Italian bread crumbs.

Add salt, pepper, parsley. oregano, basil and garlic. Mix well. Stuff tomato shells.

Mix 1 tablespoon parmesan, bread crumbs and olive oil. Top each stuffed tomato with half of mixture.

Brush tomato skin with oil and place over low heat.

Cook for about 10 minutes until skin is falling off and top is browning.

Twist: Ad 1/4 lb. Pancetta, diced, cooked crisp, drained and cooled.

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Grilled Scallop Stuffed Tomatoes This elegant dish is perfect for a special occasion. It looks and tastes sophisticated yet is simple to prepare.

Ingredients 8 sea scallops 8 small to medium on-the-vine or garden tomatoes, cored and hollowed 1/4 cup prepared refrigerated pesto 5 tablespoons butter, unsalted 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 large scallion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt /4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 8 large Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves Preparation Light a grill for medium-high heat.

Toss the scallops with the pesto, let stand at room temperature 20 minutes.

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Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.

Cook until the butter turns a nutty brown color, 3 to 5 minutes, swirling the pan now and then. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, scallion, salt, and pepper. Brush the butter mixture generously over the inside of the tomatoes.

Put bread in food processor and process to crumbs.

Add the remaining 2 tbsp of the butter to the skillet over medium heat.

Stir in the bread crumbs and cook until toasted golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring now and then. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese .

Brush the grill grate and coat with cooking spray. Grill the scallops until grill-marked and no longer translucent in the center, 3 to 4 minutes per side (about 120 degrees F internal temperature).

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Transfer the grilled okra to a serving plate and serve with the chipotle sauce.

Okra is best if eaten immediately, while still piping hot from the grill.

ADDING THE TWIST Simplicity Sprinkle and toss with your favorite spice or just salt and pepper.

Add a squeeze of lemon or lime for brightness.

Or pick your Style: Asian – Sprinkle with Shichimi Togarashi and dip in Ponszu Sauce Cajun Style – Sprinkle with Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning Southwestern – Sprinkle with Mrs Dash’s Southwest Chipotle Seasoning

Stuff a grilled scallop into each seasoned tomato. Pack the bread crumbs on top of the scallops.

Grill the stuffed tomatoes directly on the grill grate with the lid down until warm, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve 2 tomatoes per person on a bed of the lettuce leaves.

Tip: Ask for “dry” or unsoaked scallops from the seafood counter.

Soaked scallops are too wet to develop a crusty brown surface on the grill.

Crispy Grilled Okra

Another abundant summer crop, Okra is often overlooked, although lately the hippest restaurants have added crispy grilled Okra as appetizers and sides.

And cooking okra on the grill yeilds a crunchy delight with absolutely no slime!

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OKRA BASIC PREP Prepare the okra by slicing each one down its length, stopping just short of the top. This helps the okra cook more evenly and creates more crispy bits.

Toss the okra in a mixing bowl with the olive oil and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper.

If your grill grates are so wide that the okra might fall through, use a vegetable grilling pan or spear the prepared okra on skewers like kabobs. Heat a grill to med-high to high heat.

When the grill is ready, spread the okra out in a single layer over the grill (or in the grill pan). Cover and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the cover and flip the okra to grill the other side.

Continue grilling, flipping as needed, until the okra are evenly grilled on all sides, another 3 to 5 minutes (5 to 7 minutes total).

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Chipotle Dipping Sauce 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 chipotle in adobo, roughly chopped (seeds removed, if desired) 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can of chipotles 1 tablespoon lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt Combine in a blender or in the measuring cup of an immersion blender. Blend until thoroughly combined. Taste and add more adobo sauce, lime juice, or salt, to taste.

Transfer the sauce to a small serving cup.

Red Curry Lime Dressing Mix together 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Salt Brush with some of the curry dressing and grill until the okra is sizzling, about 1 minute. Drizzle the okra with the remaining dressing and serve.

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Grilled Corn on the Cob

Everyone has their own recipe for grilling corn on the cob, and that’s OK. Here are few tips and twists to add to your repetiore.

TIP As with any vegetable cooked on the grill, you should start by soaking corn on the cob in cold water. This will allow extra moisture into the corn, softening the husks, making them easier to work with.

Peel back husks, leaving them attached at the base of the ear. Remove and discard silk; pull husks back over corn. Place ears in a large bowl or pot; cover with cold water. Let soak at least 10 minutes, some recipes say up to 30 minutes.

BASIC CORN PREP Peel back husks again and drain. With the corn exposed from the husk, this is the time to work your magic and add one of the recipe twists below, or concoct your own.

Once you’ve dressed the cob in your favorite flavor, pull the husk back over the cob and get ready to grill.

Lightly oil grill and pre-heat to high, arrange ears on grill, cover and cook, turning occasionally, using tongs, until husks are slightly charred and corn is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Grill Time: Cook over a medium to medium high heat for 10 to 15 minutes. Toward the end of the grillling peel the husk back and let the corn develop a bit of tasty char.

ADDING THE TWIST Simple Parmesan Basil & Garlic Cob Blend together ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened ¼ cup freshly grated Parmigian cheese 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon fresh black pepper ¼ teaspoon chopped garlic * 1 tablespoon freshly chopped Italian parsley, for garnish AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018

Maple-Chipotle Glazed Cob Blend together 1/2 cup/120 mL maple syrup 1/3 cup/80 mL butter 2 chipotle chilies, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Bacon Wrapped Cob Ingredients 8 ears of corn 1 lb. bacon, partially pre-cooked.

Drizzle grease onto cob Choice of seasoning: salt & pepper, Lowery’s, south west, curry, etc.

Tip: Make ahead and freeze.

Cilantro Pesto Cob Blend in food proceesor 1/2 cup cilantro leaves 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 garlic clove, peeled, and grated 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt to taste Serve with 16 tablespoons (8 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into pats Squeeze fresh limes after grilled or add as garnish.

Brown Sugar and Bourbon Cob Blend 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons bourbon 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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NOTE: Grilling temps vary from grill to grill, so it’s advisable to do a test run before the “big event!”

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IT’S FESTIVAL TIME! ROUND-UP THE KIDS AND HEAD FOR THE HILLS

Welcome to the most complete list of festivals and events in north Georgia! There’s surely more to do this fall than humanly possible and we’re certain there’s something here for everyone. While every attempt has been made to provide accurate event listings, we urge you to confirm the information provided before making travel plans. With that said, come and see all that north Georgia has to offer this fall season!

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Gilmer County Fair August 7 – 11, 2018 Ellijay, GA. Old Time County Fair - Stop by & enjoy seeing old-time household items & farm implements exhibit. The Gilmer County Fair offers entertainment for the whole family including Peachtree Rides, live entertainment, and an exhibition featuring: Quilts, Agriculture, Crafts, Food, Canning, Baking, Sewing, Needlework, Art, Flowers, Photography, and more. 6pm – 11pm. Gate Admission is $3 Adults, $2 Students, Free 6 and under. Bring a pair of eyeglasses, a hearing aid, or a cell phone for $1 off admission. (one per person) NO PETS PLEASE! Ride admission is $20 Armband EVERY NIGHT! At the Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds, 1729 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540. For info visit http://www. ellijaylionsclub.com/ or call 706 635 5900.

22nd Annual Blue Ridge Kiwanis Championship Rodeo August 17-18, 2018 Blue Ridge, GA. Western rodeo event with bull riding, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, bareback, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and special events. Food and fun for all,

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8 p.m. Gates open early. Advance tickets on sale July 30th. FREE parking shuttle is from Fannin County Middle School. Kiwanis Fairgrounds, Blue Ridge: Jones Street off of E. 2nd Street.

706-632-6644, info@blueridgerodeo.com or www.blueridgerodeo.com Mountain Sunshine Festival August 18-19, 2018 Blairsville, GA. Indoor Arts&Crafts Show held on August 18 from 9-4 and August 19 from 11-4 at the North Georgia Technical College Blairsville. Local and regional vendors showcasing their handmade creations which include candles, pillows, and pottery to name a few items. For more information please visit Pumpkin Hollow Handmade Crafts on Facebook. Saturday 8/18 from 9-4 Sunday 8/19 from 11-4. North Georgia Technical College Blairsville, GA. 18th Annual Pigs & Peaches BBQ Festival August 24-25, 2018 Kennesaw, GA. The festival features a Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned competition, recognized as a Georgia State Championship event, as well as Backyard BBQ, Anything Butt, AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018

Peach Dessert contests and a Kids’ Que cook-off.

Over $10,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded to contest winners. Shop, eat, drink and interact with over 200 vendors and exhibitors. Keep the little ones laughing and playing for hours in the Kid Zone — a family-friendly playground of inflatable jumpers, amusements and attractions.

Free concerts every night. Fireworks Sat. night. Friday 6-10pm, Saturday 10am-10pm.

Kennesaw’s Adams Park, 2753 Watts Drive in Kennesaw, GA. (770) 422-9714 or www. pigsandpeaches.com 1st Annual Mercier’s Hard Cider & Beer Festival August 25, 2018 Blue Ridge, GA. Tastings, Live Music and Food Vendors. Beer: Burnt Hickory Brewery, Creature Comforts Brewing Company out of Athens, Grumpy Old Men Brewing, Fannin Brewing, Three Taverns Craft Beers. Hard Cider: Ace Premium Craft Ciders, Mercier’s Hard Cider, Urbantree Cidery, Treehorn Cider, Jack’s Hard Cider, Noble Hard Cider. 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Tickets available at EventBrite. Mercier Orchards, 8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge, GA 30513. For info visit www.mercier-orchards. com/events-on-the-farm or call 706-632-3411.

2018 Young Harris Art Fest August 25-August 26, 2018 Young Harris, GA. Presented by Robin Roberts Promotions presents a Great Art Festival in the northeast Georgia Mountains.

An intimate juried festival Held at Mayors Park, Young Harris, GA. Saturday 10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Pet friendly! For more information please visit: www.robinrobertspromotions.com. Contact Information: 706-897-6179.

Sherriff’s Jeep Fest August 30- September 2, 2018 Jasper, GA. Gathering together Jeep enthusiasts from all over this great nation to help provide a place to live, food, clothing, supplies, love and anything else a child might need to prosper, while sharing a love for off-road. Enjoy 3 Days of Family Friendly Fun, jeep trails & obstacles, Pig Pen Family Mud Park, live music & much more. 60 Miles North of Atlanta: 8795 Hwy 53 East Jasper, GA 30143. Registration open now!

For more information please contact the Pickens County Sherriff’s Office. Contact Information: 706-253-8900 or visit www.sheriffsjeepfest.com

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Ellijay Music Fest August 30 – September 1, 2018 Historic Downtown Ellijay, GA. Live music all day Saturday on outdoor stage downtown.

Nashville Songwriters to perform evenings at select eateries. For more info contact the Downtown Ellijay Business & Community Association: 96 N Main Street Ellijay, GA 30540. Phone: 386-852-0830, Email: Downtownellijay@gmail.com or visit https://www.comeplayinellijay.com/ Smokin’ Up The Mountains BBQ and Craft Beer Festival September 2, 2017 East Ellijay, GA. BBQ Competition sanctioned by the Georgia Barbecue Association BBQ Food Vendors Huge Craft Beer Selection. Live Music.

Incredible Vendors. Free Kid’s Area. 12-8pm $5 Admission for adults. Children under 10 are free. East Ellijay, GA.* Portion of proceeds benefit the Gilmer County Rotary Club! BBQ & Brews: www.bbqandbrews.com Cartecay Vineyards Crush Festival September 1 & 2, 2018 Ellijay, GA. Join the fun in our vineyard! Grape Stomping, Tastings and Cartecay Vineyards’ Logo Wine Glass. Food and Arts/Crafts Vendors on Site. Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Sunday: 12:30 – 6:00p.m. Live Music both days!

Cost: $20.00 Pre-Sale, $25.00 Day of Event.

Free parking! Pet friendly! Cartecay Vineyards, 5704 Clear Creek Road, Ellijay, GA 30536. For info visit www.cartecayvineyards.com or call 706-698-9463 (WINE) 48th Annual Oktoberfest September 6-30 & October 1 – 28, 2018 Helen Festhalle, Helen, GA . Admission $8.00 Monday-Friday. $10.00 on Saturdays and FREE on Sundays. Weekdays 6:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m., Friday 6:00 p.m.-12:00 p.m., Saturday 1:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Beer, brats, bands and lederhosen—the Helen Oktoberfest is the longest running Oktoberfest in the United States. Every year the Helen Festhalle hosts the event. German-style bands from around the country and around the world play on the stage for your listening and viewing pleasure. Dogs welcome in the Beir Garden!

Contact Information: 706-878-1908 or www. helenchamber.com.

6th Annual Dailey & Vincent LandFest in the Mountains September 6 – 8, 2018 GA Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawasse, GA. Dailey & Vincent LandFest in the Mountains will offer festival goers live music, camping, comedy, and down-home fun for all ages, making for an experience that’s sure to be an unforgettable weekend. The music portion of the festival will be held inside the air-

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conditioned 2,900 seat Anderson Music Hall at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, and the venue boasts sprawling grounds with two playgrounds, a boat ramp, two tennis courts, playing courts, paved and shaded picnic areas, and splendid nature walking trails, all along beautiful Lake Chatuge. For tickets contact Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, P.O. Box 444, Hiawassee, GA 30546 or www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com/ (706) 896-4191. For more info visit http://www. daileyvincentfest.com/ Mountain Music & Arts & Crafts Festival September 8, 2018 Vogel State Park, Blairsville, GA. This popular event includes Appalachian, Bluegrass and Gospel music. There will also be art and craft booths with handmade items for sale, and food concessions provided by Vogel Volunteers/ Friends of Georgia State Parks. $2-$5 plus $5 parking. Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Road, Blairsville, GA 30512 Located 11 miles south of Blairsville via U.S. Hwy. 19/129.

For info call 706-745-2628 or visit http:// georgiastateparks.org/vogel.

8th Annual Cherokee Heritage Festival September 15, 2018 Hayesville, NC. Enjoy traditional dancing, cultural arts demonstrations, storytelling, frybread, singing, and flute music during this free festival at the outdoor 17th century Cherokee Homestead Exhibit, one of five attractions along a 2-mile Cherokee History Trail in Hayesville. Featured Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians include World Champion Hoop dancer Eddie Swimmer, award-winning 96 year-old potter Amanda Swimmer, nationally recognized artisan and storyteller Davy Arch and the Oconaluftee Village dancers and artisans from Cherokee, North Carolina. Children of all ages will enjoy craft activities, practicing blowgun techniques and a scavenger hunt with their families. Adults will enjoy plant walks through Native Botanical Gardens, led

by Hiwassee River Watershed Coalition staff.

The adjacent Clay County “Old Jail” Museum will be open throughout the event. Free admission, parking and shuttle bus. 10:00am - 3:00pm. Cherokee Homestead Exhibit, 805 Hwy 64 Business, Hayesville, NC 28904. For information, call 828-389-3045 or visit www. ccra-nc.org. Sponsored by: Clay County Communities Revitalization Association.

8th Annual Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Music Festival September 14 - 15, 2018 Downtown Blue Ridge City Park, Blue Ridge, GA. The sounds of Blues music and the sweet smell of BBQ from local and regional pitmasters will fill the air as families and groups of friends enjoy this unique setting. The 2018 Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival is going to be BIGGER WWW.ACLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM

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and BETTER than ever before! Kick off the 8th Annual Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival with a Pub Crawl & Jam Session on Friday night. Festival continues Saturday from 11am to 10pm. Enjoy tasty BBQ, and a selection of Blues veterans from around the country with this year’s headliner and award-winning Blues phenom VICTOR WAINWRIGHT! Event is $5.00 with children 12 and under being free.

Lots of great barbeque and craft beer available on site. Special section full of fun stuff for the kids to do. No coolers or firearms are allowed, be sure to bring a blanket or chair, no umbrellas.

Check out the website for a full listing of times and information. Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Lodging Association. Contact: info@ blueridgelodgingassociation.com. Or visit www. blueridgebluesandbbq.com 43rd Annual Rose Lawn Arts Festival September 15 - 16, 2018 Rose Lawn, Cartersville, GA. The annual arts festival, held on the grounds at Rose Lawn, features the works of artists from across the Southeast. Fine art and Heritage Craft exhibits include oils, watercolors, and pastels, sculptures in wood, brass, and glass, and many other unique handcrafted items. The American Association of University Women will hold their annual Book Sale during the festival, and the house will be open for guided tours. Contact Information: 770-387-5162. Visit www. roselawnmuseum.com 7th Annual Pet Celebration at Historic Hayesville Square September 22, 2018 Hayesville, NC. Do you love pets? Do you and your pet look alike? Show us this year at Pet Celebration 2018 and join the festivities at our fun-filled day in celebration of pets and the joy they bring to our lives. join us for demonstrations, live radio show, reduced cost pet vaccinations, Adopt-A-Pets, games, entertainment, music, pet parade/costume contest, vendors, silent auctions, great food/ refreshments, wiener dog race and much more.

We’d love to see you there! REMEMBER - All proceeds go to participating Humane Societies and Rescue Groups who really need your help!

8am - 2pm. Contact: Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital (706-896-1244) Tri- County Animal Clinic (828-837-0050) Clay County Chamber of Commerce (828-389-3704 or 877-389-3704) Tri-State Model Railroaders Annual Ride the Rails Festival September 22 – 23, 2018 Mineral Bluff, GA. A 5 mile round trip by railroad motor car traveling through the Iron Bridge over the beautiful Toccoa River, then returning over the bridge back to the beautiful and historic Mineral Bluff Depot. Motor Car Rides: Suggested Donation $11.00 for Adults, $6.00 for Children 2-12. Hand Pump Car AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018

Rides, $2.00 per person per round trip. A fun day for all! Visit the depot and see the progress being made on our large “HO” gauge model railroad based on the “Old Line” from Atlanta to Etowah, TN and through Mineral Bluff to Murphy, NC! Both days: 10am – 4pm. Mineral Bluff Historic Depot, 150 Railroad Avenue (Hwy 60 northbound, Railroad avenue is next street on your left after the 4 way stop sign at Spur 60), Mineral Bluff, GA 30559. For more information call 706-455-8903 or visit http:// www.tsmri.org.

Fall Arts on the Great Lawn September 22 & 23, 2018 Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground, GA. The Arts Festival Coordinator, Carol Gadek Skapinetz, a professional watercolorist, has over 30 years of experience with Fine Arts Festivals. She was the founder and director of the Bloomsbury (NJ) Fine Art and Fine Craft Festival and participated as a jurist for the Mt. Gretna Festival in Pennsylvania. As an artist, she has participated in Fine Arts Festivals throughout the Northeast and Southeast, including Longs Park (PA), The Wickford Arts Festival (RI), Marietta Art in the Park and the Decatur Arts Festival. Gibbs Gardens, 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground, GA 30107. Info: 770-893-1881, carol@gibbsgardens.com or visit www.gibbsgardens.com Guest Appreciation Festival (GAF) September 28 - 30, 2018 NOC’s Guest Appreciation Festival is our way of saying “Thank You” to you! We have something for everyone. Snag the best in outdoor gear and apparel at stunningly low prices from our new and used gear sale with names including The North Face, Chaco, Dagger Kayaks, KEEN and more. Boaters, take advantage of our free shuttles for the Cascades and Upper Nantahala recreational releases. Discover a new craft from one of our vendors. Join in on the fun with our family-friendly riverside games and activities including giant jenga, face painting, and more!

Or, dance the night away to live music on the banks of the Nantahala River. It’s a weekend of incredible sales, whitewater, outdoor fun and gratitude! See you there. For info visit: www. noc.com 2nd Annual Dancing Goat FolkFest September 29 - 30, 2018 Ellijay, GA. Harkening back to the old mountain shindigs and a sharing of endangered art, music and oral traditions. The juried folk art show will present the work of untrained artists, known and new. The music will be local and the storytelling will recall the old mountain tales.

Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

There is no admission to the event on Ellijay’s unique downtown boardwalk. For information email: dancinggoatsfolkfest@gmail.com or see facebook.com/dancinggoatsfolkfest.

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34th Annual Riverfest Arts & Crafts Festival September 29 - 30, 2018 Etowah River Park, Canton, GA. The Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival, along the banks of the Etowah River, is the historic cornerstone of the Service League’s fundraising efforts. Now in its 34th year, the festival has earned a notable reputation for its familyoriented approach and warm relationship with its vendors. Riverfest is a juried show, featuring original, creative, handmade work from artisans all over the region. Additionally, the event showcases incredible entertainment throughout the weekend - live music and dancing - as well as a fun-filled children’s area where children of all ages can participate in a number of kid-friendly rides and activities. Sat. 10am -6pm, Sun. 10am – 5pm. $5 admission. Proceeds benefit the needy children of Cherokee County. Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton, GA. Contact Information: 770-704-5991 or www.serviceleague.net/riverfest-1 Cumming Country Fair & Festival October 4 - 14, 2018 Cumming, GA. The fair is an affordable family outing providing entertainment around every corner. There are free daily attractions, free concerts, discount days and free-living history exhibits in the Heritage and Indian Villages.

Miss Cumming Fair Pageant. Bull Riding, American Bull Rider’s Tour, Chainsaw Carving Auction and much more! Hours: Monday Thursday 4:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.; Friday 4:00 p.m.- Midnight; Saturday 10:00 am - Midnight; Sunday 12:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. No pets, alcohol or coolers. Cash only, ATM on site. Parking $5.

Admission $7- cash. Cumming Fair Grounds, 235 Castleberry Rd., Cumming, GA 30040.

Contact Information: 770-781-3491 or www. cummingfair.net Foxfire Mountaineer Festival October 6, 2018 Clayton, GA. The Foxfire Mountaineer Festival is a one-day celebration of the rich heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, featuring traditional music from regional performers, showcases and demonstrations of time-honored heritage skills and trades, and all manner of traditional games and puzzles for young and old alike. The outdoor field events will give adventurous visitors a chance to see how you would fare in the mountains of old, with physical and mental challenges from the past: brute-strength and endurance contests like wood-chopping and log-sawing, skill and speed trials like archery and greased-pig chases, and simple schoolyard fun like three-legged relays and sack races. The Festival also honors the people of Southern Appalachia, represented at the event by the some of the kind folks who have WWW.ACLIVINGMAGAZINE.COM

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shared their lives and experiences with Foxfire students since 1966, allowing their stories to be shared with the world through the pages of The Foxfire Magazine and The Foxfire Book series. Regular admission is $5 per person with children 5 and under free. All proceeds go to The Foxfire Fund, Inc. and support our many educational programs at our museum and in our schools. Admission $5. Raybun County Civic Center, 201 West Savannah Street, Clayton, GA. Contact Information: 706-746-5828 or www. foxfirefund.org/festival.html Annual Hay Day Festival October 6, 2018 Cumming, GA. Our annual Hay Day takes place on the farm @ SavetheHorses every October, and proceeds are used to purchase hay for the more than 130 horses and other animals to eat during the coming winter. There will be great activities for kids of all ages (including the adult variety) such as hay rides, horse rides, a cake walk, petting zoo, chili cook-off contest, arts & crafts vendors and stables where you could visit and get to know some of the beautiful horses who live on the farm. All proceeds go to savethehorses.org, a 501(c)(3) non-profit. 11am - 4pm. Save the Horses Rescue Farm, 1768 Newt Green Road, Cumming, GA 30028. For more info call 770.886.5419 Cherokee County Mountain Crafters Festival October 6 - 7, 2018 Murphy, NC. The festival showcases Cherokee County’s talented artisans, craftsmen, musicians, dancers, storytellers, quilters, restaurants, food vendors, and small businesses. Sat. 10:00am 4:00pm. Sun. 10:00am - 3:00pm. Free! Held at The Murphy Middle and Murphy High School Gymnasiums, Murphy, NC. Call (828)8373589 or visit https://www.facebook.com/ Cherokeecountymountaincraftersfestival/ 38th Annual Georgia Marble Festival October 6 - 7, 2018 Jasper, GA. Come Celebrate: The Marble Valley of Pickens County celebrate the history of Georgia Marble. A full weekend of activities begins with the Marble Festival 5K Run/Walk Road Race Saturday morning. The 5K starts at 8 a.m. followed by the 1 mile Run/Walk at 9 a.m. To register, visit jasperumc.org. Then, catch the festival parade down Main Street at 10 a.m.

Participate in the guided tours of the marble industry and structures. Enjoy arts, crafts, demonstrations, marble carving and children’s activities throughout the festival grounds. Enjoy lots of great food while appreciating a vast array of weekend-long entertainment. Saturday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sunday 12:00 a.m.-56:00 p.m.

Located at Lee Newton Memorial Park, 500 Stegall Drive, Jasper, Georgia 30143. For more information please visit: georgiamarblefestival. com. Contact Information: 706-692-5600.

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44th Annual John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival October 6 - 7, 2018 Brasstown, NC. This treasured annual celebration of Appalachian culture, held on the Folk School’s Brasstown, North Carolina campus. Over 240 fine craft exhibitors tucked along the school’s winding wooded paths. Artisans demonstrate traditional and contemporary crafts. Bluegrass, gospel, folk, and Celtic music on both days. Clogging, Morris, and Garland dance performances throughout the weekend. Pony rides, petting the alpacas, and visiting the animals at the Humane Society’s pet adoption booth. Local non-profit vendors will offer tasty foods. Please bring cash, no ATM on site. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Adults $5; Ages 12-17, $3; under 12, free. John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC 28902.

1-800.FOLK.SCH (365.5724) or https:// folkschool.org “The Valley Above the Clouds” Indian Summer Festival October 6 - 7, 2018 On the grounds of Woody Gap School, Georgia’s smallest public school, on GA Hwy. 60, between Dahlonega and Blue Ridge. Car show, crafts, music and dance performances, and family activities. Saturday, the Run Above the Clouds 10K and a one-mile run will begin at 9 a.m. A Country Square Dance with a live band at 8 p.m. in the school gym. Advance dance tickets are $6; $8 at the door. Enjoy performances by elementary students of Woody Gap School, the crowning of the King and Queen, clogging, an auction, Mountain Rangers hand-to-hand combat demonstration, mountain music, and an archery demonstration. Food vendors will feature pork BBQ, hamburgers, hot dogs, funnel cakes, boiled peanuts, cotton candy, fried apple pies, homemade preserves and more.

Visit the crafts tents for a variety of handmade items. 9am-5pm. Contact Information: 706745-5789 or www.suches.com/festivalinfo.htm Cherry Log Fall Festival October 6 – 7 & 13 – 14, 2018 Cherry Log, GA. First 2 weekends each October, the community of Cherry Log celebrates the harvest with the Cherry Log Festival. Serving delicious homemade breakfast and lunch, offering arts and crafts, homemade cakes, pies and canned goods, bluegrass, gospel and country music. Great food and entertainment. Fun for the whole family! Plenty of free parking. 9am – 5pm. Cherry Log Community Clubhouse, 341 Cherry Log Street, Cherry Log, Georgia 30522.

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the fall. Each October, the 9-day event features exciting musical performances, Arts and Craft vendors, educational demonstrations, Pioneer Village, Old Ways demonstrations, a flower show and the ever-popular Georgia’s Official State Fiddlers’ Convention. Wolves of the World- The only traveling wolf pack in the world. This show demonstrates natural behaviors of wolves, their alertness, pack structure, ability in climbing, jumping and a whole lot more.

Fall Festival: Daily 10am- 7pm, Sunday until 6pm. Admission is $12, 3-Day Pass $33, 9-Day Pass $90. Kids under 12- free. Free parking.

Sorry no pets. Georgia Mountain Fair Grounds, Hiawassee, GA. Contact Information: 706-8964191 or www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com 8th Annual Blue Ridge Mountain Marching Band Festival October 13, 2018 Blue Ridge, GA. More than 2,000 marching band members from nearly 24 area high school bands are expected to participate. Bands will range in size from 40 members to more than 150 members. Come for the day spend some time downtown at one of our art festivals. Beginning at 1 pm and continuing until 9:30 pm. Fannin County High School, 2346 East First St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513. For information call Band Director, Scott Barnstead 706-633-8595 or visit www.fannincountyband.org 2018 Annual Fall Arts in the Park October 13 -14, 2018 Downtown City Park, Blue Ridge, GA. Join us for the Fall Arts in the Park festival in the Downtown City Park in Historic Blue Ridge, GA. Enjoy nearly 100 fine art and fine craft artists, delicious food, and kid’s art zone. Take advantage of all the area has to offer– crisp mountain air, great arts & crafts and mother nature’s colorful array of fall splendor. Listed in 2015 as one of the top five Art Towns in Georgia by the Georgia Council of the Arts and recognized in 2016 & 2017 as one of the top ten fine craft towns in America by American Craft Week, Blue Ridge is a top art destination and features a unique artistic experience for visitors and residents alike. 10am-5pm. Weekend Admission: adults $5; children under 12 free.

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the Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce, the cities of Ellijay and East Ellijay, and Gilmer County invite everyone to come and enjoy the 46th year of the Georgia Apple Festival.

There are over 300 vendors with handmade, handcrafted items, as well as many on-site demonstrations of how selected types of crafts are made. This year promises many new crafts as well as favorites from past festivals. The Apple Festival 5K & 1K is on Saturday October 14th at 8am and starts and ends at Ellijay Elementary School. Apple Cake Contest & Apple Pie Contest on Saturday October 14th at 10am.

The annual Apple Classic Auto Show (706-6357400) is held at the Civic Center on Saturday October 14th. The annual Apple Festival Parade (706-635-7400) is Saturday October 21st and begins at 10 AM in historic downtown Ellijay.

Festival entrance fee is $5. Ellijay Lions Club Fairgrounds, 1729 South Main Street, Ellijay, GA 30540. Visit www.georgiaapplefestival.org or Phone: 706-636-4500 Blairsville Sorghum Festival October 13-14 and October 20-21, 2018 Meeks Park, Blairsville, GA. In the Blairsville - Union County area of North Georgia, the Blairsville Sorghum Festival has been a part of Blairsville’s heritage for more than 40 years.

Blairsville’s longest running festival celebrates the ancient art of cooking sweet syrup from Sorghum Cane. Visitors enjoy sorghum syrup making demonstrations in addition to contests such as “Biskit” Eatin’, Pole Climbin’, Log Sawin’, Rock Throwin’, and Horseshoe Throwin’. Join us the 2nd & 3rd weekends in October. Parade reflects the Sorghum/Farming Theme and is on Saturday Oct 13th at 11am featuring cash prizes for floats! Proceeds go scholarships for local students. Both weekends: Sat. 9am -5pm. With Square Dance at the Old Middle School Gym at 8pm. Sun. 9am – 5pm. Admission 13 and up $4. Free parking.

For more information please visit: www. sorghumfestivalblairsville.org or call 706-7454745.

Owl O’Ween Hot Air Balloon Festival October 19 - 20, 2018 Kennesaw State University Sports & Rec Park, Kennesaw, GA. Atlanta’s ONLY Hot Air Balloon Festival and LARGEST Costume Party!

The Owl-O-Ween Hot Air Balloon Festival is a 2-evening family friendly event, featuring Amazing Balloon Glows, Trick-or-Treating, Tethered Balloon Rides, Oktoberfest Beer Garden, Seven Live Music Stages, Vendor Marketplace, Sports Bars, Artist Market, Amazing Food Trucks, Roving

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Entertainment, Interactive Kids Area, a Main Concert Stage, and more. Friday 6pm – 11pm.

Saturday: 4pm – 11pm. KSU: 3200 George Busbee Parkway, NW, Kennesaw, GA 30188.

Contact Information: http://owl-o-ween.com/ or 470-578-4849.

12th Annual Paws in the Park October 20, 2018 Blue Ridge, GA. Mark your calendar and plan to come and enjoy a day with your favorite pet. Event includes parade, pet education and demonstrations, rabies clinic, micro-chipping, contests, prizes, photos with your pet, and much more!!! 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge Mountain Arts Association and Love Dogs and Cats Too. Parade starts at 10:00 am - From Kitties to Llamas this parade is not to miss! Join the Annual 5K Race! Registration starts at 7:30 am - race begins at 8:30 am. Downtown Blue Ridge City Park. For more information call 706. 633. 3103 or www.humanesocietyofblueridge.org Crane Creek Annual Harvest Festival October 20, 2017 Young Harris, GA. The Annual Crane Creek Vineyards Harvest Festival is a time to celebrate the end of another great harvest! Come celebrate with CCV staff with wine tastings, grape stomping, tours of the winery and live music!

11am-6pm. Admission $20. Crane Creek Vineyards 916 Crane Creek Road Young Harris, GA 30582. http://www.cranecreekvineyards.com or 706-379-1236 Gibbs Gardens Brew Fest October 20, 2018 Ball Ground, GA. Music provided by Atlanta Dance Party. More details coming soon. 11am – 4pm. Gibbs Gardens, 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground, GA 30107. Info: 770-893-1881, or visit www.gibbsgardens.com 24th Annual Talking Rock Heritage Days Festival October 20-21, 2018 Talking Rock, GA. During the Annual Heritage Days Festival, our little town will be filled with booths featuring a wide variety of arts, crafts and antiques. There will be interesting demonstrations for the young and old, Blue Grass and Southern Gospel Music and good food. Visit the restored 1877 Talking Rock Schoolhouse Teaching Museum or join hobbyists from all over the country in “riding the rails” in restored railcars. A caravan of railroad motorcars is expected to roll into town and stop at noon on Saturday. Enjoy a ride in a donkey cart, meet the Town Crier, relax with the kids in the park and check out our new Mural. 9am -5pm. FREE! Visit www.talkingrockga.com or call 706-253-5515.

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Gold Rush Days Festival October 20- 21, 2018 Dahlonega, GA. It is a time for thousands to come and see fall colors peaking and celebrate Dahlonega’s 1828 discovery of gold. Over 300 art and craft exhibitors and food vendors gather around the Public Square and Historic District in support of this annual event. It is estimated that a crowd of over 200,000 visit over the weekend to join in the fun and excitement! The Gold Rush Days Festival has been voted one of the Top 20 Events in the southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. Join us in downtown Dahlonega and you will see why! Contact: The Dahlonega Jaycees Email: info@dahlonega. org Phone: 706-864-3513 or visit: https:// dahlonegajaycees.com/gold-rush-days/ 51st Annual Moonshine Festival October 26-28, 2018 Dawsonville, GA. See the parade of moonshine and revenue cars to kick off festivities at 9:00 Saturday morning. Many great vendors – something for everyone. Two stages with live entertainment around the square in downtown Dawsonville. Car Show, Cruise-In and Swap Meet held at the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame Formerly known as “Thunder Road USA.” Moonshine Run on Friday, October 26th, leaving the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame at approximately 10:00 AM, registration to begin at 9:00 AM. Meet many legendary racecar drivers. See Vintage Race Cars and more Authentic Moonshine-Hauling cars than you’ll ever see gathered in one place anywhere in the US! Sorry no pets allowed. Benefitting KARE for Kids, Inc. Visit http://www.kareforkids.org/ mountain-moonshine-festival.html or (706) 216-KARE (5273) or email at info@ kareforkids.com 3rd Annual Appalachian Craft Brew, Stew & Que Festival October 27, 2018 Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds- Hiawassee, GA. Fall will be in the air and what a great time for the “3rd Annual Appalachian Craft Brew, Stew and Que Festival” featuring 20 breweries from Georgia & North Carolina. Live Americana, Folk, and Bluegrass music. Food vendors from local area restaurants. Regional arts & crafts vendors. 5:00 - 6:30: 2nd Annual Americana Jam Hosted by Wyatt Espalin! Hiawassee is centrally located, just two hours from Atlanta, Asheville, Greenville and Chattanooga. Saturday 11am- 7pm. $40.00 at the Gate, $35.00 Online. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds 1311 Music Rd.- Hiawassee, GA. Info: www. georgiamountainfairgrounds.com or 706-896-4191.

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Fall Hoedown at Vogel State Park October 27, 2018 Blairsville, GA. Celebrate autumn’s arrival with a 2pm cakewalk, 4:30 pm hay rides, 5pm chili & drinks for sale, 6:30 pm campfire & dancing, at 8pm a professional storyteller around a bonfire.

12noon- 7pm. Parking $5, hayrides $3. Vogel State Park US Hwy 19/129S (11 miles south of ) Blairsville, GA. Visit www.gastateparks.org or call Vogel State Park @ 706-745-2628.

Fall Harvest Festival October 28, 2018 Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, Blue Ridge, GA. The whole family will love the trip to the farmer’s field. Enjoy cotton candy while sipping on hot apple cider as the children enjoy the many activities throughout the afternoon.

Don’t forget your camera because there are lots of photo opportunities: fall foliage, as well as numerous fun activities. Seats are in high demand so advance booking is highly recommended. Reservations are strongly encouraged. For tickets and info: Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad, www.brscenic.com or call 706-632-8724.

3rd Annual Oktoberfest October 29, 2018 Andrews, NC. Once again! Join the millions of other beer and food lovers (just like you) who will be at Hall Park in Andrews at our 3rd Annual Oktoberfest jubilee! Beer, beer, and even wine! And it’s all legal. Andrews Brewing Company, Hoppy Trout Brewing Company, and even Calaboose Cellars And the food will be the best you have ever tasted in your life!

Music? Of course! Be warned that you will be snapping photos and maniacally sending them to your unfortunate friends who could not attend. And you will gloat, satisfied with the knowledge that you chose wisely. 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Hall Park on First Street, Andrews, NC 28901. For info visit www.andrewsnc.com or call Eric Carlson 828-321-2006. Also: www. cherokeecountychamber.com 14th Annual HemlockFest November 2 – 4, 2018 Dahlonega, GA. HemlockFest is an unparalleled musical experience in a peaceful and beautiful setting. This all-ages, eco-friendly event features three days of live music, primitive camping, educational exhibits, arts and crafts vendors, a kid’s nature village, rustic living demonstrations, great food, and free canoeing. Both day and weekend passes are available, admission is free for kids (ages 15 and under with a supervising adult ticketholder). Proceeds go to saving our GA Hemlocks! Starbridge Farm is located off Hwy 52E between Dahlonega and Cleveland.

For more info: cCall The Lumpkin Coalition 706-864-9003, email lumpkincoalitioninfo@ gmail.com or visit http://hemlockfest.org.

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Japanese Maples Colorfest November 3 -30, 2018 Ball Ground, GA. Mother Natures canvas is the entertainment, view this wonderful work of art before it disappears until next year. 100’s of mid to late Japanese Maples (150 varieties) and Burning Bushes will come alive in brilliant shades of red, gold and yellow. The colors will change from week to week and you will want to plan to visit often to see the ever-changing autumn landscape. Enjoy lunch from the Arbor Cafe under the tree canopy in the Arbor Grove.

For a list of performances, cuisine, and activities that will take place during the Colorfest visit Gibbs Gardens, 1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground, GA 30107. Info: 770-893-1881 or www. gibbsgardens.com Mountain Country Christmas in Lights November 22, 2018 – December 30, 2018 Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds- Hiawassee, GA. A holiday treat for the entire family along the shores of beautiful Lake Chatuge. The fairground will be transformed into a spectacular and magical holiday light show, with caroling, art & craft vendors, holiday food, a visit and pictures with Santa, and of course hot chocolate and s’mores. New this year- the Eudora Animal Farms petting zoo and animal rides. 6pm -9pm: Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays.

Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds - 1311 Music Rd.- Hiawassee, GA. Website: www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com or 706-896-4191.

Light Up Ellijay- Return to Whoville November 23, 2018 Historic Downtown Ellijay. Return to Whoville and stop the Grinch from stealing Christmas!

Live music, craft vendors, and food from local restaurants on the square beginning at 4 p.m.

Lighted parade ushers in Santa Claus at 6 p.m.

Lighting of the tree immediately afterward. For more information visit www.gilmerchamber.com or call 706-635-7400 Light Up Blue Ridge November 24, 2018 Blue Ridge, GA. Visit Historic Downtown Blue Ridge for the annual arrival of Santa and Lighting of the big tree. Light Up Blue Ridge is an all day fun event for the whole family.

Holiday music will be played throughout the town from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Be sure to bring the kids and watch Santa Clause arrive on the train at 11:15 a.m. From 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. enjoy Tuba Christmas on the deck beside the red caboose. Get your picture made with Santa in the gazebo located in the downtown city park from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. There will be multiple performances throughout the town visit the website link below for complete details.

The Christmas Parade with Santa starts at 5:30 p.m followed by the Lighting of the Great

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Tree at 7:00 p.m. For information email: cesarmart2@icloud. com or visit http:// lightupblueridge.info/ Light Up the Basin December 1, 2018 McCaysville, GA – Copperhill, TN. Bring the family out this Friday night December 1st at 6 pm for the city of McCaysville Christmas Tree lighting. Sponsored by Tri-State Electric and The City of McCaysville. Live Holiday Music and Hot cocoa and cookies for donations to Christmas for Kids. Located between the McCaysville Post office and City Hall, music starts at 5:45 with tree lighting at 6 pm.

Contact: Tri Cities Business Association, Phone: 423-443-1636, Email: TriCitiesBA@gmail.com or visit: http://www.greatercopperbasin.com/ Santa Pavilion Night Train November 23 – December 23, 2018 Blue Ridge, GA. The Santa Express: Featuring “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Daytime fun-filled trip with Santa. While on board your family will hear the “Twas the Night Before Christmas”, sing Christmas Carols, visit with Christmas characters and visit with Santa. Each child receives a traditional BRSR memento, BRSR Christmas Activity Book and a candy cane. Approximately 1 Hour Trip Time Enclosed Climate Control ONLY. Please check the TRAIN SCHEDULE for various dates and times. Reservations are strongly encouraged. For tickets and info: Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad, www.brscenic.com or call 706-632-8724.

We sure hope y’all have fun out there and enjoy some of these great festivals. While every attempt has been made to provide accurate event listings, we urge you to confirm the information provided before making travel plans. With that said, come and see all that north Georgia has to offer this fabulous fall season!

Look for the next festival listing in our April May 2019 Summer Festival Preview Issue!

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INSIDE ARTS

First & Third Thursdays Plein Air Painters of Hiawassee Meet at ArtWorks and leave at 2pm for a local scenic spot to spend a fun afternoon painting with other artists. All media welcome. . FREE! 2 – 5pm. ArtWorks Gallery & Gifts, 232B Chatuge Way, Hiawassee, GA. Info: www.artworksgalleryga.com First Fridays Murphy Art Walk Murphy, NC. Local chefs and individuals make their special dishes. Stroll through historic downtown Murphy for an exquisite visual, culinary, and performing arts experience. Presented by The Valley River Arts Guild 5-8 pm. Visit http://www. valleyriverarts.com or call Tim Ford (828) 360-3038 Second Fridays Writer’s Night Out Blairsville, GA. Featured readers (authors from NC and GA) and open mic. Free and open to the public. Sign up at the door to read for 3 minutes. 7pm – 9pm. Union County Community Center, Blairsville, GA. Info: ttps:// netwestwriters.blogspot. com/ Second Saturdays Art Pickens: Artist Gathering Jasper, GA. An opportunity for local artists to gather and network with fellow artists as well as meet and talk with residents and art lovers.

Demonstrations are encouraged! FREE! 11am – 4pm.

Weather permitting. Peace Park, 141 North Main Street, Jasper, GA. 40

7/28 – 8/25 Contemporary Southern & Folk Art Exhibit Opening Reception on July 28th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Art Center is excited to present a one-of-a-kind art exhibit filled with southern & folk art from various talented artists! Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge GA 30513. For info visit www.blueridgearts. net, Email: BlueRidgeArts@ gmail.com, Phone: 706-6322144.

8/7 – 9/29 3rd Quarter Artist in Residence, Carly Hardy Blue Ridge, GA. Enjoy the vibrant colors, textures, lines and shapes of Carly Hardy’s paintings from her abstract landscapes and ancient series. Opening reception will be held September 9th, 5-7pm. Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge GA 30513. For info visit www.blueridgearts. net, Email: BlueRidgeArts@ gmail.com, Phone: 706-6322144.

9/1 thru 9/29 2018 BRMAA National Juried Photography Show Blue Ridge, GA. The 2018 BRMAA National Juried Show is open to all photographers, both amateur and professional, and all original photographic media, including film and digital images.

Monetary prizes totaling $3,000 will be awarded including $750 for Best of Show. Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association, 420 West Main Street, Blue Ridge GA 30513. For info visit www. blueridgearts.net, Email: BlueRidgeArts@gmail.com, Phone: 706-632-2144.

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ARTS | DINING & DANCE | EVENTS & SHOWS | MUSIC | THEATER

9/6 – 9/9 Plein Air International Paint-Out Event & Awards Ceremony Blue Ridge, GA. In conjunction with the 16th Annual International Worldwide Artist Paint Out, the BRMAA invites all artists, amateur and professional, to paint the natural beauty of our area. Cash prizes totaling over $1000 will be awarded to those who participate in the various opportunities available throughout our Fall event. Awards Ceremony, Sunday, Sept. 9th at 5pm. For info visit www. blueridgearts.net, Email: BlueRidgeArts@gmail.com, Phone: 706-632-2144.

EVENTS Mondays Garden Tours Blairsville, GA. Come learn about how our ancestors and native Americans used plants for food, fiber and medicine. Find out how “weeds” may provide homes to valuable pollinators. Tours tailored to fit your interest.

Please do not bring pets of any kind. 9am – 1pm. The Georgia Mountain Research & Education Center is located 3 miles south of the Blairsville Square, on the east side of Hwy 19/129.

Contact: Clare Johnston at 706-745-2655 First Thursdays Shop Late!

Blairsville, GA. Come join us each and every first Thursday of the month for ‘Shop Late Thursday’s’ in Downtown Blairsville!

Participating Downtown Blairsville businesses will be open additional hours from 5pm - 8pm and will

feature deals, discounts and other exciting offers. Just look for a red balloon and you’ll find a business that’s happy to serve you! Info: https://www.facebook.com/ events/1818223438471846/ First Fridays Block Party Downtown Canton, GA. Historic Downtown Canton Loop Block Party, Car Show, Live Music, Food & Good Times! Downtown Canton, 6 p.m. Visit www.cherokeechamber.com 4th Fridays Classic Car Cruise-In Blue Ridge, Dairy Queen.

Cruise ins are always free to attend! 6-8pm. Contact Annette Long: georgiamountainclassics@hotmail.com, 706-838-4701 Saturdays The Barking Lot Downtown Blue Ridge, GA. The wonderful volunteers bring adoptable rescues and try to find them good homes.

Come and visit our rescues.

They would love to see you!

We are at The Barking Lot from 11am - 3pm (weather permitting). East 1st Street & Messer. 706-633-7282 4th Saturdays Jasper Cruise In Downtown Jasper, GA. 50/50 Raffle. Live DJ. 4 – 7pm. $5 Donation.

8/10 & 8/24 Historical Societies Cherished Treasure Sale Blairsville, GA. Come on out to the Annex Building and support the Historical Society in their effort to fund the organization.

They are taking donations on Thursday, Friday and Saturday form 11:00 am to 3:00 pm if you can afford to

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help. Please stop by often as they are getting new items in regularly. Historical Society Annex Building, Blairsville GA. 8/17 – 8/18 Tomato Daze Weekend Crane Creek Vineyards, Young Harris, GA. August is the time to celebrate the fruit of the other vine so we will be showcasing our own farm grown tomatoes and other veggies in a variety of ways. Each day (Friday, Saturday) we will be offering free samples of several locally and regionally made tomato products.

The menu for Friday Night Tapas and Acoustic Music will feature a menu of 4 tomato-themed food items to choose from. For info: visit cranecreekvineyards.com or call 706-896-4966.

8/18 Gilmer Chamber 40th Anniversary Celebration Jasper, GA. Gilmer Chamber Board of Directors cordially invites you to an evening of celebrating 40 years of service to our community.

You’ll have the opportunity to learn about the history of the chamber in our Museum of the Chamber presented

by Ronnie Thompson Ford.

Bring your dancing shoes and enjoy live music with Lucky Town presented by Piedmont Mountainside Hospital while enjoying great food and beverage. Black Tie Optional. $75.00 per person, $125.00 per couple.

Tickets & info: www.gilmerchamber.com 8/18 Denim & Diamonds Blue Ridge, GA. Georgia Mountains Hospice & Woodmen Life/Richard York AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018

AC LIVING CALENDAR welcome you to this year’s Denim and Diamond event at Willow Creek Falls Vineyard.

Put on your favorite Jeans, Boots & Fabulous Bling!

A Spectacular Evening of Dinner, Music, Dancing, and Silent Auction. Discounted price for early ticket sales, so reserve your table today.

6:30pm -11:00pm. Willow Creek Falls & Vineyard, 13 Trackside Court Blue Ridge, GA 30513. Info: Gina Pendley: Email: gpendley200@ellijay.com or 706253-4100

9/8 Hard Hats & High Heels Blairsville, GA. Towns/Union Habitat for Humanity Gala.

The event will consist of a dinner/dance with silent auctions. Dinner will be prepared and served on site by students in the NGTC’s culinary program. 6:30 – 10pm.

North Georgia Technical College Conference Center.

For tickets & info contact Bryan Thomas at Habitat for Humanity: (706) 379-2484 or townsunionhabitat@ gmail.com.

8/25 1st Annual Taste of the Mountains Blairsville, GA. Food lovers of all ages are invited to the First Annual Taste of the Mountains in Blairsville on August 25th from 4pm-7pm in Downtown Blairsville. Take a taste from the area’s variety of restaurants and sample locally produced wine, beer & spirits. This family friendly event features live music, cooking demonstrations, and some good oldfashioned Southern Charm.

4pm-7pm. Downtown Blairsville Behind City Hall.

Info: 706 439-6300.

9/14 Blues Train Blue Ridge, GA. Kick Off the Blues & BBQ weekend with the Blues Train.

Rock on Down the Line.

Board the Train at 5:30 pm. Complimentary music and drinks on the Train.

Dinner &s treet Party and 7 to 10 pm. Sfrom 7:00-10pm Tickets are $75 per person.

Includes train ride dinner and drinks. Sponsored by the Rotary Club- proceeds to benefit local charites.

Tickets: http://blueridgerotary.com/

Thru 9/7 7th Annual Stand Up for Stand Down Toiletry Drive Various Locations. Northside Hospital Cancer Institute collects much-needed toiletry and personal care items to fill “comfort bags” for veterans who attend Stand Down events throughout North and Central Georgia. Travel/ sample-size toiletry and personal care items are needed.

Donations can be dropped off at any of the 26 Georgia Cancer Specialists locations.

For drop off locations visit www.gacancer.com or www. facebook.com/SU4SD, for info or to volunteer call 770864-5347.

9/16 & 9/17 Celebrate Autumn 1 Young Harris, GA. Juried Indoor Arts & Crafts Show.

Saturday from 9-4 and Sunday from 11-4 at the Towns County Recreation Center in Young Harris (Hiawassee) GA. Free admission and a light lunch is available for purchase. For more information please visit Pumpkin Hollow Handmade Crafts on Facebook.

9/22 & 9/23 Celebrate Autumn 2 Blairsville, GA. Juried Indoor Arts & Crafts Show. Saturday from 9-4 and Sunday from 11-4 at the North Georgia Technical College in Blairsville, GA. Free admission. For more information please visit Pumpkin Hollow Handmade Crafts on Facebook.

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9/27 Towns County Chamber 3rd Annual Business Showcase Hiawassee & Young Harris, GA - Featuring over 100 local businesses – samples, giveaways, drawings and food! 4 – 7 p.m. Admission and parking are free.

Towns County Recreation & Conference Center, 150 Foster Park Rd., Young Harris, GA. Info: Call 706896-4966 or 1-800-9841543. Visit: www.golakechatuge.com; townschamber@brmemc.net.

9/28 – 9/30 Gilmer Arts Attic Sale Ellijay, GA. Open from Thursday to Friday - 10 am to 5 pm Saturday & Sunday 10 am to ???, once everything goes we close the doors. Gilmer Arts, 207 Dalton St., Ellijay, GA 30540.

Info: www.gilmerarts.com , Email: gilmerarts@gilmerarts.com, or call 706-6355605.

9/29 Appalachian Angel’s Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction Murphy, NC. This is a fundraiser to help children in foster care. Spaghetti meat sauce or veggie marinara, salad, bread, desert, pizza, drinks. Eat in or takeout.

Silent auction. 4pm – 7pm. $8.00 adults $2.00 children 2 to 9 years old. Murphy Penland Senior Center 69 Alpine St. Murphy. NC. Info: Connie Lance (828) 8358490

FARMERS MARKETS Wednesdays Brasstown Shops Brasstown, NC. Farmer’s Market at the Brasstown Shops. Seasonal produce, local honey, eggs (as available) and plants. 10am – 1pm. Info: (828) 835-9413

Wednesdays and Saturdays Jasper Framers market Jasper, GA. Fresh & locally grown produce, handcrafted goods. Wed: 3PM- dark Sat: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Lee Newton Park, Jasper, GA 30143.

Thursdays and Saturdays Potts Mountain Farmers Market Marble Hill, GA. Thursdays: 3pm until dark. Saturdays Noon – 4pm. 618 Steve Tate Highway, Marble Hill, GA. Saturdays Blue Ridge Farmers Market Downtown Blue Ridge, GA. In front of courthouse from 8am – noon-ish. 400 West Main Street , Blue Ridge, Georgia 30513. Email: blueridgefarmersmarket@ gmail.com Saturdays Union County Farmers Market Blairsville, GA. A local market with items from artisans, beekeepers, bakers, potters, painters, and lots of good things to eat. Fresh produce right out of the fields.

7am – 2pm. Old Smokey Rd (next to the Home Depot) Blairsville, GA. Info: www. ucfarmersmarket.com, (706) 439-6043.

Saturdays Downtown Canton Farmers Market All produce is Georgia grown and mostly organic.

Cooking demonstrations, art, kid’s activities and music.

9am – 1pm. Rain or shine at Cannon Park. Info: (770) 704-1500 or cantonhdl.com Saturdays Murphy, NC Farmers Market Local farmer, artisan, craftsmen, vendor with seasonal fresh produce and a variety of handcrafted items. 9am 1pm. L & N Depot, 4 Railroad St. Murphy, NC 28906

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KIDS OF ALL AGES 8/25 Movies in the Park: Sherlock Gnomes Canton, GA. Enjoy a historic view while watching an outdoor movie in Downtown Canton at Brown Park. Sit back in your lawn chair and enjoy a movie on a big screen with a backdrop of the historic City Hall. Starts at dusk. Brown Park, downtown Canton, GA. 8/25 Tri-State Model Railroaders Open House Mineral Bluff, GA. The model railroad layout depicting Copper Basin Railroading in the early 1950’s is developing nicely. Come learn how railroads played an important role in the development of the Tri-State area.

10am -2pm. Tri-State Model Railroaders Mineral Bluff Historic Depot 150 Railroad Avenue, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559. For information call 828-361-2210 or visit www. tsmri.org.

9/29 Family Hike Day Blairsville, GA. Join the Blairsville Appalachian Trail Community for a Family Hike Day in celebration of National Public Lands Day. Hike the new Reece Farm to Vogel Connector Trail and back. The BHR trail is about 1.45 miles one way, so round trip will be about 3 miles. If we include a stroll around the lake in the middle, it would be a bit longer. After the hike, the Reece Farm will be open to explore their great exhibits.

This year they are also going to have live animals on site!

FREE! 9am – 12pm. Reece Farm & Heritage Center, 8552 Gainesville Highway, Blairsville, GA 30512

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9/29 – 9/30 Project Chimps Discovery Days Blue Ridge, GA. Join us for chimps, games, music, food and more! Go behind-thescenes in America’s newest, private sanctuary for chimpanzees retired from medical research. Activities for the Entire Family. Ticketed Chimp Habitat Tours. Guided walking tours, 60-90 minutes of moderate hiking with rest stops This facility is not regularly open to the public so ticketed tours will sell out quickly. Get yours today! 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Ticket holders will receive address via email after ticket purchase. Info: info@ projectchimps.org, www. classy.org/event/discoverydays-fall-2018/e177428

MUSIC Every Evening Bell Music from the Tower 7:00pm – 7:30pm. At the Historic Courthouse on the Square in Downtown Blairsville, GA. Free! Contact (706) 745-5493 or www. unioncountyhistory.org Fridays & Saturdays Andrews Brewing Company Great music, craft beer and a good time. 6pm – 8pm.

Andrews Brewing Company, 14 Miles for Harrah’s Casino, 565 Aquone Road, Andrews, NC 28901.

For info: 828-321-2006 or www.andrewsbrewing.com Sundays WYYZ’s Live Music at Rocco’s Rocco’s Pub, 47 Mountainside Village

Parkway, Jasper, GA. Contact 706.253.1900 or visit http:// roccosjasper.com

Historical Society 706-7455493 or http://www.unioncountyhistory.org/

Thursdays - Saturdays Live Music at Blue Ridge Brewery Blue Ridge Brewery, 187 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA . 706. 632. 6611 or www. blueridgebrewery.com

3rd Friday Every Month Live Music Acoustic Blends Listen to a Variety of Quality Music Acts … or Join the Jam! Bring your own libations and munchies. 7 pm.

Free & Public Invited. For info please contact Gilmer Arts 207 Dalton St. Ellijay, GA 30540. 706-635-5605.

Visit www.gilmerarts.org

Thursdays Pickin’ in the Park Mineral Bluff, GA. Live music jams & pickin’ on the banks of the Toccoa River Bring your chairs & blankets. FREE! 6pm to dusk.

Horseshoe Bend Park, 1156 River Rd, Mineral Bluff, GA 30559 Fridays Concert Series at the Old Courthouse Blairsville, GA. Free! 7pm.

Old Historic Courthouse, 1 Town Square, Blairsville GA. For info: Union County

Weekends LIve Music at Engelheim Vineyards Engelheim Vineyards 127 Lakeview Road, Ellijay, GA 30540. Call 706-635-WINE (9463) or visit www.engelheim.com.

Weekends Fannin Brewing Company Live Music in the Bier Garden

Fannin Brewing: 3758 East First Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513. www.fanninbrewingcompany.com or 706.258.2762 Weekends Cartecay Vineyards Cartecay Vineyards, 5704 Clear Creek Road, Ellijay, GA 30535. Call 706. 698. 9463 (WINE) or visit www.cartecayvineyards.com Weekends Chateau Meichtry Vineyards Chateau Meichtry, 1862 Orchard Lane, Talking Rock, GA 30175. Info: (706) 5021608 or www. chateaumeichtry.com.

Weekends Live Music at Chevelles 66 Murphy, NC. Check the website for performers. 9pm. 66 Hiwassee St Murphy, NC 28906. Info:

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AC LIVING CALENDAR 828-835-7001 or www. chevellerestaurants.com Saturdays Saturday at the Legion on the River!

Ellijay, GA. From live bands to jam sessions on the porch. The community is always welcome! For the love of Veterans, Family, Community. FREE! 4pm – 10pm. 297 Legion Rd, Ellijay, GA. https://www.facebook. com/ 8/3 & 9/7 & 10/5 First Fridays Concert Series Downtown Dahlonega. Family friendly every first Friday May through October. Arrive early, enjoy excellent downtown shopping, and pick up your picnic from any of downtown’s restaurants. 6:30 - 8:30pm.

FREE! Info: http://dahlonegadda.org/events/ff-concerts/

8/4 Georgia Mountain String Band Ellijay, GA. Original/ Traditional Bluegrass Georgia Mountain String Band is a bluegrass project started by Jason C. Waller.

What started out as a pick up band over time turned into a tight knit energetic band. The guys work from a central playbook of Country and Bluegrass songs as well as original material.

When Georgia Mountain String Band shows up to a gig there’s a lot of picking and even more grinning.

7:30 – 9:30pm. $16 -$23.

Tickets and info: Call 706635-5605 or visit http:// gilmerarts.com/event/playhouse-georgia-mountainstring-band/ 8/4 Maria Howell and Noel Freidline Jazz Blue Ridge, GA. Combining R&B with jazzy punctuations evoking an international flair.

Noel Freidline: pianist, vocalist, writer and arranger. Noel has opened for many notable jazz artists. 7:30 P.M.

Cost: $25.00. Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East 1st St., Blue Ridge, GA 30513. (706) 632-9223 or www.blueridgecommunitytheater.com 9/1 1st Anniversary Concert Banks and Shane Ellijay, GA. Celebrate the One Year Anniversary of the George Link, Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse with Banks and Shane, a high-energy, hardkicking, blow-the-roof off band that has had capacity crowds around the world dancing in the aisles to party favorites and reminiscing with memorable ballads. No matter what age, Banks and Shane transports fans back to Spring Break. Two Shows: 6:30pm and 8:30pm. $22.50 – $30. George Link, Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse, 135 Dalton St., Ellijay, GA 30540.

Tickets: 706-635-5605 or https://gilmerarts.com.

9/7 The GMO’s Blue Ridge, GA. The Generally Mellow Octopus Society or the GMO’s lead

by Mikhail Peterson former Lead of Copious Jones hailing out of Atlanta, GA, this group features a rotating cast of talented musicians from across the country who have come together to bring to life a musical experience based on the 8 principles of Mo Octopus, the Great Cephalopod Master. 7:30pm.

Tickets $25. Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East 1st St., Blue Ridge, GA 30513. Tickets & Info: Central Office (706) 6329223 Box Office (706) 6329191. Visit: www.blueridgecommunitytheater.com 9/14 Katie Deal Ellijay, GA. Having sold out two national tours of “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline,” Katie takes the stage with her own story of how

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the music and style of Patsy Cline have changed her life forever. Katie’s one-woman show, “Katie Deal in Today, Tomorrow & Forever: A Tribute to Patsy Cline” features a live band, tight harmonies and a powerhouse singer. 7 – 9pm. $22.50.

George Link, Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse, 135 Dalton St., Ellijay, GA 30540. Tickets: 706-635-5605 or https:// gilmerarts.com.

9/15 Corey Smith Hiawassee, GA. Anderson Music Hall. Tickets On Sale July 27, 2018. Level 1: $30.00 + Handling & Credit Card Fees. Level 2: $20.00 + Handling & Credit Card Fees. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, P.O. Box 444 Hiawassee, GA 30546.

Tickets & Info: www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com or 706-896-4191.

9/15 Songwriter’s Showcase 25 Hayesville, NC. Rob Tiger hosts the 25th Songwriter’s Showcase with Jessica Campbell, Lon Eldridge, and special guests. 7 – 9pm.

Adults - $15 Students $12. Peacock Performing Arts Center, 301 Church St. Hayesville, NC 28904Get your tickets on our website today at http://thepeacocknc.org 9/22 Kentucky Headhunters & Artimus Pyle Hiawassee, GA. Anderson Music Hall. 7pm. Tickets On Sale July 20, 2018.

Level 1: $37.00 + Handling & Credit Card Fees. Level 2: $27.00 + Handling & Credit Card Fees. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, P.O. Box 444 Hiawassee, GA 30546.

Tickets & Info: www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com or 706-896-4191.

OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE 8/3 Twilight Kayaking on Lake Trahlyta Vogel Sate Park, Blairsville, GA. Join in on a ranger lead lake paddle at twilight. Enjoy the serenity of the lake as we bring you the history, the nightlife and the stars.

All skill levels are welcome.

Must be 8 years and older.

Please register in advance as seats are limited. 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EDT Website: http://www.

GeorgiaStateParks.org/vogel or (706) 745-2628 8/17 Sounds of the Night – Hike Blairsville, GA. Join a Ranger as the day turns to night and learn all about our nocturnal friends. Owls, bats, raccoons and more. You never know what you will see or hear. All ages are welcome. Please no dogs, as our nighttime friends can by shy. 7:30pm – 9pm. Vogel State Park. Info: (706) 745-2628 or http:// www.GeorgiaStateParks. org/vogel 8/18 Dash to the Vineyard 5k Young Harris, GA. Crane Creek Vineyards. Join us for a 5k race through the vines and back to CCV. All participates get a free wine tasting. 8am. Info: www. cranecreekvineyards.com 9/19 thru 9/23 BASSmasters Toyota Angler of the Year Tournament & Expo Hiawassee, GA. The top 50 anglers will be competing for great prizes and the chance to be named the BASSmasters Toyota Angler of the Year” - part of the Elite Series of fishing.

Fishing starts on Thursday, September 19 and continues through Sunday, September

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23. The Expo will be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 22 and 23.

BASSmasters University will be held at the Expo on Saturday, September 22.

For info: http://www.golakechatuge.com or call 706896-4966.

9/22 Blairsville Extreme Adventure Race (BEAR) Blairsville, GA. Unleash the adventure in you! They will have teams exploring the mountains, rivers, lakes, trails and beautiful woods surrounding Blairsville Georgia. Home of the highest mountain in Georgia. 8am5pm. Meeks Park, Blairsville, GA. Info: www.argeorgia. com or 719-237-5109.

THEATER 8/10 thru 8/19 Cabin Fever- A Texas Tragicomedy.

Ellijay, GA. Best described as “Several Horton Foote characters in search of an exit from a Sam Shepard play.”

The action of this “Texas tragicomedy” whirls around one disastrous Memorial Day weekend at the Beckle cabin in the Texas hill country.

Aubrey, his four daughters, and Great Aunt Tammy gather there for the first time since Mrs. Beckle’s death.

Nothing goes right. Evenings at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm.

George Link, Jr. Gilmer Arts Playhouse, 135 Dalton St., Ellijay, GA 30540. For tickets and info: 706-635-5605 or www.gilmerarts.com 8/16 -9/2 Broadway Comedy, Catch Me If You Can Blue Ridge, GA. Overflowing with mirth, this Broadway whodunit is exciting from beginning to end. An advertising man who has brought his bride to the boss’s mountain lodge for a honeymoon calls in the local police to investigate her sud-

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AC LIVING CALENDAR den disappearance. Enter a pretty young girl insists over his protests that she is the missing wife. A priest back up her story. A funny little man who owns a delicatessen enters and before you know it there are two murders at the isolated lodge.

Thursdays thru Saturdays, 7:30 pm; Sundays, 2:00pm.

Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East 1st St., Blue Ridge, GA 30513.

Tickets & Info: Central Office (706) 632-9223 Box Office (706) 632-9191. Visit: http:// blueridgecommunitytheater. com/38494-2/ 9/7 thru 9/23 The Second Time Around Jasper, GA. Bernard and Marion haven’t seen each other in over twenty years when they meet by accident, and eventually get together to talk over old times and catch up on what has happened since they parted.

And so begins a journey of memories in this side splitting comedy. Evenings 7:30, Sundays 2:00. Tater Patch Players, 95 Philadelphia Lane, Jasper, GA 30143.

Tickets and info: www. taterpatchplayers.org or 706-253-2800

9/20 thru 10/7 Hot Bed Hotel Blue Ridge, GA. Terri and Brian Cody are hoping to sell their “One Star Hotel” in the Florida Keys, to the only man who has expressed any interest, a Mr. Sam Lewis from New York. They are not expecting him for a couple of weeks, and are rather caught off-guard when they receive a phone call informing them that he flew into Miami today. You can see where this is leading…it is a farce after all! Thursdays thru Saturdays, 7:30 pm; Sundays, 2:00pm. Blue Ridge Community Theater, 2591 East 1st St., Blue Ridge, GA 30513. Tickets & Info: Central Office (706) 632-9223 Box Office (706) 632-9191. Visit: http:// blueridgecommunitytheater. com/38494-2/

WINE & BEER TASTINGS OPEN EVERY DAY Bear Claw Vineyards Blue Ridge, GA. Life is busy, and there isn’t always time to slow down and reconnect with the people that you care about. At the vineyard, time

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Open Every Day Engelheim Vineyards Engelheim Vineyards 127 Lakeview Road, Ellijay, GA 30540. Call 706-635-WINE (9463) or visit www.engelheim.com.

Ongoing Cartecay Vineyards Wine Tastings on the Chimney Patio or the Nealey Barn Loft.

Cartecay Vineyards, 5704 Clear Creek Road, Ellijay, GA 30535. Call 706. 698. 9463 (WINE) or visit www.cartecayvineyards.com Ongoing Wed - Sat Blue Ridge Brewery Dog friendly outdoor patio.

Open Wednesday through Saturday 11:00am – 9:00pm.

Blue Ridge Brewery, 187 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA .

706. 632. 6611 or www. blueridgebrewery.com Ongoing Thurs - Sun Fannin Brewing Company 3758 East First Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.

706.258.2762 or www.fanninbrewingcompany.com Ongoing Thurs - Sat

Grumpy Old Men Brewing Dog & kid friendly. 1315 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA. 770-331-8870/404-9662665, grumpyoldmenbrewing. com Ongoing Mon- Sun Valley River Brewery & Eatery Located in Historic Downtown Murphy, NC at 71 Tennessee Street. 828-837-BEER or www. valleyriverbrewery.com Open Daily Chateau Meichtry Chateau Meichtry, 1862 Orchard Lane, Talking Rock, GA 30175.

Info: (706) 502-1608 or www. chateaumeichtry.com.

Wednesdays Bistro 29’s Wine Wednesdays Murphy, NC. Wine Special: $5 off any bottle purchase or a discount of $1 off any glass of wine. Also join Wayne to sample his feature wine of the day. 4pm- 10pm. Bistro 29, 29 Tennessee St, Murphy NC 28906. For info: 828-837-9022 or visit www.mybistro29.com Saturdays Out Of The Blue Wine Tasting Blue Ridge, GA. Drinking alcohol is just drinking. Wine is a lifestyle. Gourmet Living. We sell fine wine, cheeses, and beer along with specialty kitchen items. Wine tastings Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Out of the Blue, 647 E. Main Street, Blue Ridge, 706-258-2750. Visit www. outofzbleu.com

Ongoing Thurs - Sun Reformation Brewery Tour & Tasting Hours Thurs 5:30-8pm, Fri 5:30-9pm, Sat 1-9pm, Sunday 2-4pm500 Arnold Mill Way, Woodstock, GA 30188. info@reformationbrewery.com, (678) 341-0828 or www.reformationbrewery.com Ongoing Sat & Sun Montaluce Wine Hikes ‘Wine Hikers’ are guided by trained outdoor staff along nature trails, to the headwaters of the Etowah River, and through the vineyard. 1.8 mile hike and a ‘mixed flight’ of 5 Montaluce Estate wines.

Price: $45 Per Person. Time: 10am – 1pm. To schedule contact matthew@montaluce.com, 706.867.4060. Or www.montaluce.com While every attempt has been made to provide accurate event listings, we urge you to confirm the information provided before making travel plans.

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– Cherokee Removal

History Editor Leslie Barker Thomas Digs Deep Into Our Rich Cultural Past with This Ongoing Series About Our Native Ancestors

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May 26, 1830 the National Congress passed the Indian Removal Act. Andrew Jackson was adamant and worked ever diligently toward this end signing it on June 30th.

In late 1830 Governor George Rockingham Gilmer requested that certain individuals of “good character” be exempted from the Removal Law provided they take an oath of allegiance to the State of Georgia and relinquish their rights under the Cherokee Nation. He declared there were two types of Cherokees, one ruled by the elite mixed bloods and one aboriginal that were easily corrupted by the vices of the white men infiltrating their presence with alcohol and other vulgarities.

Some of the early white settlers who had Indian wives and mixed blood families were given permission from the Cherokees to farm the land. Several Cherokee families were given a reservation for life. This meant they could use the land and plant it for profit but they could not sell it or give it away. At the reservist’s death, the land was to revert back to the state of Georgia.

Those granted the status of “fee simple” could sell the land or give it away as they so chose.

In 1837 Adiel Sherwood 1791-1879, one of the most powerful Missionary Baptist minister pioneers in the state of Georgia was reported to have come through Indian Territory of Georgia.

He listed townships and detailed the features of the various towns, such as stores, doctors, and houses. These records indicate that in 1837 various militia officers were ordered to set up and erect huts, stables and other buildings as necessary towards the removal, under the auspices of protecting the Cherokees from the intruders.

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In February 1838 it is noted in the letters Prior to the militia taking up residence, all slaves from the quartermasters that the Indians are now and Indians had to have a note from a white under the mistaken notion that the troops are man or be accompanied by a white person in there to protect them. The militia order to purchase any does not tell them otherwise. items from the local The Indians have begun planting mercantiles or trading and are making repairs to their posts. Some counties buildings. have old store records The last week of May, 1838 that show activities the roundup effort begins with and purchases made earnest. Militia officers solicit during the time prior local men to assist them in to the 1837-38 removal rounding up the Cherokees and efforts. Gilmer county whatever straggling Creeks may library in Ellijay be found in each county. They Georgia has a copy of attributed whatever successes the Coke Ellington they were having to the fact they Store ledger detailing had “broken up families and the influx of the militia had not given any of them time for the establishment of to gather up their belongings.”

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Troops moved their wards ever December 1837 saw northward towards Moccasin requisition for supplies Creek in Tennessee. coming in from Fort Many of those removed have Cass near Charleston very American sounding names; S.C., in the form of Alberty, Berry Crittenden, 36 barrels of flour. Dr. Dobbins, Keith, Hendricks, Sarah Hill, independent Owens and Sanders to name researcher working a few. Others bear names that with the Georgia sound very Indian; Wolf, Jaybird, Chapter of the Trail of Squirrel, Terripin, etc. These Tears Association and are listed in a book by James W. National Park Service Tyner called THOSE WHO found records at the CRIED; The 16,000. This book National Archives is available at most libraries in detailing some of the south. ACLM the militia efforts to establish some five actual forts and several George Rockingham Gilmer removal encampments.

Records indicated that Leslie Barker Thomas is a resident of Ellijay and the more flour was sent in January of 1838 and by President of the Gilmer County Historical Society; the end of the month ithat there were rations Former President, Georgia Chapter Trail of Tears available for 30,000 with 7,500 bushels of corn Association and Board Member of the National and a proportionate amount of hay and fodder.

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Orders were sent to start foraging for the local ponies to use them as packhorses. It is noted in Visit the Gilmer County Historical Society letters that the Indians and citizens are becoming Historic Tabor House & Civil War Museum much alarmed at the events. Indians are saying 138 Spring Street, Ellijay, Georgia 30540 they would rather fight than go and the Creeks 706. 276. 1861. Call for open hours living in the area that had been hiding out since www.gilmercountyhistoricalsociety.org/ their own removal efforts in 1827 had taken up with the Cherokee resistance. The militia “When history is erased, people’s moral values requests more arms and ammunition be sent are also erased.” –Ma Jian immediately.

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